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Oncidium baueri (Oncidium baueri)

Oncidium baueri is an orchid species native to South America, recognized for its showy, often spotted flowers.

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Sunlight

Provide bright, indirect light. Protect from direct sun.

Watering

Water when the potting medium is nearly dry, reducing in cooler months. Avoid waterlogging.

Soil

A well-draining orchid mix, typically containing bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite.

Temperature

Ideal daytime temperatures are 18-25°C, with a slight drop at night.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer diluted to half strength during active growth.

Care Requirements

Light

Provide bright, indirect light. Protect from direct sun.

Water

Water when the potting medium is nearly dry, reducing in cooler months. Avoid waterlogging.

Soil

A well-draining orchid mix, typically containing bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite.

Temperature

Ideal daytime temperatures are 18-25°C, with a slight drop at night.

Avoid temperatures below 15°C.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer diluted to half strength during active growth.

Reduce or stop feeding in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental, Flowering

Plant Place Type

Pot, Hanging

Plant Environment

Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Oncidium advena Rchb.f.
Oncidium bicameratum Rchb.f. ex Kraenzl.
Oncidium bolivianum Schltr.
Oncidium buchtienii Schltr.
Oncidium hebraicum Rchb.f.
Oncidium kappleri Rchb.f. ex Lindl.
Oncidium multiflorum Soysa
Oncidium peliogramma Linden & Rchb.f.
Oncidium pentecostale Rchb.f.
Oncidium platyglossum Rchb.f. ex Linden
Oncidium schmidtianum Rchb.f.
Vitekorchis buchtienii (Schltr.) Romowicz & Szlach.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyOrchidaceae
  • genusOncidium
  • speciesOncidium baueri
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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