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Jul 07 2008

Oncidium Orchids

Posted by: admin in Oncidium Orchids, Orchids

Oncidium is a large genus of over 700 species of orchids found growing from southern Florida to Argentina. The name comes from the Greek word “onkos; tumor or swelling,” and refers to the warty growths on the lip. While the size of the plants and the requirements for care vary greatly, most Oncidium orchids are epiphytic. Since they prefer to have their roots exposed to the air, let the roots hang over the edge of the pot. On some species, the flower sprays are over ten feet long. The long-lasting flowers are usually shades of yellow and brown with occasional touches of other colors. Some look like dancing dolls, and others look like showers of gold.

Oncidium orchids adjust well to indoor living. Generally, they prefer cool to intermediate temperatures, full sun, and plenty of water while they are actively growing. Keep them bone dry for two to six weeks after they finish growing and give them another rest period after flowering.

There are many small Oncidiums that like it warm and grow easily under lights. Some have flower sprays four to six feet long. It may be necessary to move the plant foliage out of the way so the flower sprays can get light when the plant begins to bloom.

Orchid Blooming Size Can Reach 5 Feet Pacific Heights
US $23.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-05-2012 11:12:15 PST

Brassidium Longlen 'Bill Switzer' AM/AOS Orchid Plant
US $8.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-05-2012 16:40:48 PST

Burrageara Pacific Ripple 'Coqui Poke' Orchid Plant
US $8.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-05-2012 16:50:02 PST

BRASSIDIUM BLACK STAR 'PACIFIC RED STAR' BLOOMING SIZE ORCHID PLANT IN 4" POT
US $9.95
End Date: Sunday Feb-05-2012 17:01:42 PST

Maxillaria sophronitis Species Orchid Plant!
US $14.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Feb-05-2012 18:05:36 PST

JEWELL ORCHIDS - TWO SPIKED Oncidium/Tolumnia Freckle Face Orchid
US $12.95 (1 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Feb-05-2012 18:13:32 PST

JEWELL ORCHIDS – Two Spiked RARE Natural Hybrid Tolumnia Oncidium ORCHID plant
US $12.95 (1 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Feb-05-2012 18:26:50 PST

Odontocidium Bob Burr 'Yellow Cat' Orchid Plant
US $8.99
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 12:27:30 PST

Oncidioda Charlesworthii 'Mishima' Orchid Plant
US $8.99
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 12:36:28 PST

Oncidium Twinkle 'Yellow' 4 flower spikes fragrant
US $12.99
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 13:00:13 PST

Oncidium Heaven Scent 'Redolence' Wonderfully Fragrant Onc. Sharry Baby Hybrid
US $9.95
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 13:16:39 PST

*NEW* IN SPIKE OR BUD* ONCIDIODA NIELS CHRISTENSEN 'TOW' ORCHID
US $15.95
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 14:08:12 PST

Tolumnia Sunray Miniature Equitant Orchid Mini Oncidium Twig Epiphyte
US $10.50 (6 Bids)
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 15:57:58 PST

Tolumnia Pretty Pink Miniature Equitant Orchid Oncidium Twig Epiphyte
US $2.25 (2 Bids)
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 15:59:59 PST

Oncidium Pacific Panache 'Fireside Fever' Blooming Size Orchid Plant 4" Pot
US $10.95
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 16:26:34 PST

AlicearaTahoma Glacier 'Sugar Sweet' AM/AOS, Blooming Size Orchid, 4" Pot
US $9.95
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 16:33:42 PST

ONCOSTELE HABIBI 'PACIFIC PLEASURES' BLOOMING SIZE ORCHID PLANT, SHIPPED IN 4"PT
US $9.95
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 16:35:35 PST

*NEW* IN SPIKE OR BUD* Wilsonara Opalescent 'On The Edge' Orchid
US $15.99
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 19:01:17 PST

*NEW* IN SPIKE OR BUD* ONCIDIODA CHACULATUM 'CLOCK WORKS' ORCHID
US $15.99
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 19:37:51 PST

*NEW* IN SPIKE OR BUD* ODONTOCIDIUM MESMERIC MELODY 'MAUNA LOA'
US $15.95
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 20:09:47 PST

*NEW* IN SPIKE OR BUD* WILSONARA RED STARS 'ROOSTER'
US $15.99
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 21:19:18 PST

DON'T BID ON THIS SEE NOTE BELOW.... OR BUD* WILSONARA FINIAL FIRE 'CLOWN'
US $17.95
End Date: Monday Feb-06-2012 21:26:06 PST

Aliceara Patricia McCully 'Pacific Matriarch' Large Blooming Size Orchid Plant
US $9.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 1:05:04 PST

Oncostele Tiger Barb 'Golden Gate' HCC/AOS Blooming Size Orchid Plant, 4" Pot
US $9.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 1:30:27 PST

Oncidium Tribbles 'Pacific Pearl' Blooming Size Orchid Plant, Shipped in 4" Pot
US $9.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 1:40:29 PST

Oncidium Wild Willie 'Wonka' Blooming Size Orchid Plant Shipped in 4" Pot
US $9.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 2:12:48 PST

ONCIDESA SWEET EARS 'PACIFIC GOLD' BLOOMING SIZE ORCHID PLANT, SHIPPED IN 4" POT
US $9.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 2:46:53 PST

DON'T BID NOW, SEE NOTE BELOW... BUD* ODBRS. MEM. NIKOLINE LORENZEN MARZ STARZ'
US $17.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 5:04:24 PST

*NEW* IN SPIKE OR BUD* COLMANARA MAUI HOWIE 'SUNDAY BEST' ORCHID
US $15.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 5:54:45 PST

*NEW* IN SPIKE OR BUD* ODONTOCIDIUM FLORAL FACTOR 'RAYNA' ORCHID
US $15.99
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 5:58:23 PST

*NEW* IN SPIKE OR BUD*SAND. BLACK STAR 'PACIFIC RED STAR' ORCHID
US $17.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 6:40:53 PST

Orchid Fir Bark Potting Mix (Fine) - 1/4 cu. Foot
US $6.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 8:36:45 PST

Orchid Fir Bark Potting Mix (Medium) - 1/4 cu. Foot
US $6.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 8:36:49 PST

Orchid Fir Bark (Medium) -1/4 cu. Foot
US $6.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 8:36:53 PST

Orchid Fir Bark (fine) - 1/4 Cu Foot
US $6.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 8:36:56 PST

Oncidium Twinkle Petite Lemon color flowers potted 1 1/2 pot 3 psb in bud 2 sp.
US $0.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:00:14 PST

Orchid Virgin Cork Bark - Large
US $8.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:07:30 PST

Orchid Virgin Cork Bark -Medium
US $5.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:07:34 PST

Orchid Virgin Cork Bark - Small Qty 2
US $5.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:07:38 PST

Oncidium Twinkle orchid seedling, a miniature, will put out charming flowers
US $9.39
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:18:40 PST

12 Pak - Orchid Spike Dragon Fly Clip
US $2.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:24:06 PST

12 Pak - Orchid Spike Bumble Bee Clip
US $2.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:24:10 PST

12 Pak - Orchid Spike Butterfly Clip
US $2.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:24:13 PST

12 Pak - Orchid Plant Spike Clips Assorted Shapes
US $2.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:24:17 PST

1980 Orchid Digest - Volume 44 - 6 Issues - Full Year
US $12.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:35:23 PST

1982 Orchid Digest - Volume 46 - 6 Issues - Full Year
US $12.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:36:50 PST

2004 Orchid Digest - Volume 68 - 4 Issues - Full Year
US $20.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:37:20 PST

2005 Orchid Digest - Volume 69 - 4 Issues - Full Year
US $20.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:37:39 PST

2006 Orchid Digest - Volume 70 - 4 Issues - Full Year
US $20.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 9:37:56 PST

10 Pak - 4.5" Clear Plastic Orchid Pot
US $5.95
End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 10:49:05 PST

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