Name
| Family Name | |
| Genus Epithet | |
| Infraspecific Epithet | |
| Synonyms | |
| Comments |
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Epiphyte |
Biogeography
| Preferred Climate Zone | Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Compact plant to about 20cm in height |
| Flowers | Inflorescence/ flower spikes 30-40cm in height; flowers pale pink, sepals, petals and lip with scatted rose pink blotches. |
| Taxonomy | Hybrid between Oncidium Cranberry Marble and Zelenkoa onusta |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
| Landscape Uses | Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Planting Remarks | Prefers cooler growing temperatures (25'c or less). Can be grown in air conditioned rooms or offices - mist regularly to raise humidity levels. Use a well drained media for potting. |
| Fertilizing | Feed regularly with liquid fertilizers/ blends for orchids |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Division, Tissue Culture |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Red, Yellow / Golden |
| Flower Texture(s) | Leathery |
Image Repository
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Others
| Master ID | 32456 |
| Species ID | 6868 |
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