Where are oncidiums native to?

Central and South America
Oncidium orchids are native to the lush, wild jungles of Central and South America. In their natural habitat, they can be seen thrive on trees and on top of rocks both on coastal areas and high up the mountains, up to 8,000 feet in the Andes.

Where is Oncidium orchid from?

Oncidiums belong to a large and diverse family of orchids whose common name comes from the shape of its highly modified, ruffled flower. Dancing Lady Orchids have sashayed their way across the map, and can be found throughout much of South America, Central America, Mexico, the West Indies, and even Florida.

How fast do oncidiums grow?

Depending on the variety the flowering season can be at any time of year, but is generally heaviest in the fall and spring. Many hybrids can bloom 2-3 times per year. In order to initiate the flower spikes, it is important to grow the plant in an area where the night temperatures fall below 18° C.

How long does it take oncidiums to bloom?

There is no ‘blooming season’ for Oncidiums – they bloom whenever a new growth matures which can be 1-2 times a year.

What kind of orchid is a dancing lady?

Oncidium orchids
Oncidium orchids are known as dancing lady or dancing doll orchids for their distinctive floral design. They have so many fluttering blooms on each spike that they’ve been said to resemble branches covered in butterflies waving in the breeze.

Do Oncidiums like water?

Watering should be thorough, and the medium should dry at least halfway through the pot before watering again. This may be every two to 10 days depending on weather, pot size and material, type of orchid and type of potting medium.

How often does dancing orchid bloom?

Oncidium Care Summary & Cheat Sheet

Light 2000 to 4000 footcandles, indirect
Repotting Every 2 years, after blooming
Blooms Expose to cooler temperatures to encourage blooming
Fertilizer Weak 30-10-10 fertilizer, every 2 to 3 weeks
Pruning Remove old spikes and rotten pseudobulbs, when necessary