Butterfly Orchid

Latin Name: Oncidium papilio

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Plant Type: Orchid
Description: Flowers have intriguing narrow sections standing above a broad lip with a large clear yellow spot free of the red-brown spots that color the rest of the flower.
Origin: Trinidad
Environment: Suitable for the home or a greenhouse
Foliage: No
Flowering: Yes
Season: M
Fragrant: No
Growing Ease: Requires a little extra care
Temperature: 60-85°F, 16-29°C
Humidity: High humidity
Lighting Needs: Does best in bright indirect sunlight coming from the South/East/West
Soil Type: Use a medium shredded fir bark or small to medium lava rock. An alternative is 2 parts of osmunda fiber, 1 part of sphagnum moss and a little sand. Always use a pot with a hole.
Watering: Drench the potting mix and let it become moderately dry between waterings. Use warm water.
Fertilizer: Use a fertilizer specifically designed for orchids every two to three weeks.
Plant Pests: Prone to scale, spider mites and thrips. Always inspect any new plant for pests before introducing it to your home or greenhouse.
Gardening Tips & Care: Small pots are ideal for this plant. Though the plant loves the sun, try to keep it out of the midday sun. An ideal plant for a hanging basket.
Is Genus: No
Butterfly Orchid picture Butterfly Orchid, Oncidium papilio

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