Oncidium and Intergeneric Hybrids
Oncidium, abbreviated as Onc. in the horticultural trade, is a genus that contains about 330 species of orchids from the subtribe Oncidiinae of the orchid family (Orchidaceae). This is a complex, difficult genus, with many species being reclassified. Calls are made for splitting this genus into multiple genera. Description This genus was first described by Olof Swartz in 1800 with the orchid Oncidium altissimum, which has become the type species. Its name is derived from the Greek word "onkos", meaning "swelling". This refers to the callus at the lower lip. Most species in the Oncidium genus are epiphytes, although some are lithophytes or terrestrials. They are widespread from northern Mexico, the Caribbean, and some parts of South Florida to South America. They usually occur in seasonally dry areas.[ by Wikipedia] |
posted Dec 10, 2011 9:53 AM by T NP
Onc. Sharry Baby 'Velvet Maroon' This is a new clone of Onc. Sharry Baby, with a pinkish lip rather than a white lip being the primary difference. Although flower spikes are a little bit shorter, this clone is also fragrant, a very vigorous grower and profuse bloomer. Definitely a MUST HAVE for all orchid lovers, particularly those who also are chocolate lovers!!! |
posted Nov 26, 2011 12:45 PM by T NP
Oncidium cheirophorum Multiple-Spikes Plants in 2.25" pots - Reg. $1750. If you like Onc. Twinkle, you will want this, as Onc. cheirophorum is a parent of Onc. Twinkle. A species primarily found from Mexico to Columbia, Onc. cheirophorum is also a delightful miniature Oncidium that blooms profusely with fragrant, waxy, bright yellow flowers. |
posted Oct 18, 2011 1:06 PM by T NP
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Pictured is Onc. Sweet Sugar Onc. Gower Ramsey This is the bright yellow "Dancing Dolls" orchid that has been around for years and still a favorite of many!!! Very similar to the pictured Onc. Sweet Sugar, except the skirt (lip) is not as large. Tall flower stems are heavily branching carrying, several dozens of blooms. Quite a sight when in full bloom!!! |
posted May 23, 2010 12:02 PM by T NP
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Onc. Tsiku Marguerite(Onc. Twinkle 'Red' x Onc. ornithorhynchum)Miniature and fragrant. Very similar to Onc.Twinkle (Onc. ornithorhynchum is also a parent of Onc. Twinkle), except flower stems tend to be a little bit taller. Flowers open in pale pink then fading to almost white. Very easy to grow and bloom.
Plants in 2" pots with multiple flower stems (some with as many as 10 flower stems!!!).
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posted Nov 17, 2009 4:14 PM by T NP
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Onc, Twinkle
(Onc. cheirophorum x Onc. ornithorhynchum)
A favorite of many. Miniature and fragrant. Very floriferous. . | |
posted Nov 17, 2009 4:08 PM by T NP
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Onc. Sharry Baby 'Sweet Fragrance' AM/AOS
This is THE famous orchid with sweet chocolate/vanilla fragrance. A very vigorous grower and profuse bloomer. Definitely a MUST HAVE for all orchid lovers, particularly those who also are chocolate lovers!!!
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posted Nov 17, 2009 3:31 PM by T NP
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Odtna. Lorraine's 14th W.O.C. 'Okika Red'
Nice tall branching flower stems loaded with burgundy flowers that have contrasting white lips
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