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waved-margined dancing lady orchid

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A medium-sized, epiphytic orchid with upright, 15-30cm long, evergreen leaves. New growth appears from the base of the swollen stem - pseudobulb. Each pseudobulb is a storage organ for water and nutrients. They are egg-shaped, slightly flattened and partially covered by one or two pairs of green, leafed sheaths. The plant typically flowers in winter, spring or autumn on up to 45cm long, upright or arching stems. New flowering stems arise from the axils of young, mature pseudobulbs and the leafed sheaths. Each stem carries 8 to 20 white, star-shaped flowers, often with dark burgundy red spots and toothed edges. Each flower measures 5-10cm across.

Scientific classification

Species: waved-margined dancing lady orchid (Oncidium crispum)
Genus: Oncidium
Family: Orchidaceae

Skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Conservatory Greenhouse
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Columnar upright · Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of waved-margined dancing lady orchid

Distribution map

Brazil

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Culture

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Toxicity

Skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of waved-margined dancing lady orchid

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waved-margined dancing lady orchid care guide

Mist roots and water lightly, never fully dry or soak orchid medium
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Mist roots and water lightly, never fully dry or soak orchid medium

Fertilizing

Extremely diluted orchid nutrient solution monthly mild weather only

Pruning

No pruning required. Cut off spent flower spikes.

Propagation

Propagation by seed is only possible in a controlled laboratory environment. Mature plants may be divided when the plant overgrows its container. Each division should have at least 3 older pseudobulbs with a sufficient amount of stored energy and water, to support new growth and reduce stress after repotting.

Growing

Grow in an open bark-based orchid compost with addition of perlite, sphagnum moss or coir. Provide enough bright filtered light, but keep away from direct sunlight or a heating source. Ideal temperatures are around minimum 8°C at night and up to maximum 25 °C during day. Water regularly, when the pot feels light when lifted. Ensure that all water drains away, preventing the plant sitting wet. Orchid fertiliser can be applied regularly throughout the growing season. Reduce watering and feeding in winter months. For more notes on cultivation, see oncidium orchid (cool) cultivation

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free. Poor air movement may cause bacterial or fungal rots. Good hygiene practice and sterilising cutting tools prevent the spread of virus diseases.