Oncidium Colmanara Cheeta 'Silver'

Oncidium Colmanara Cheeta 'Silver' is an intergeneric orchid hybrid within the Oncidium alliance, developed for its profuse flowering and distinctive markings. It grows from clustered pseudobulbs, each producing narrow, arching leaves and long, branched flower spikes during its blooming period.

The flowers are large for the group, with broad segments in a pale cream to soft yellow base, heavily patterned with maroon spotting and barring. The lip is prominent and often suffused with additional markings, creating a bold contrast. Multiple spikes may emerge from a single plant, carrying dozens of blooms that last several weeks under suitable conditions.

It performs well in bright, filtered light with moderate temperatures and good air circulation. Its flowering season can vary depending on cultural conditions, but many plants bloom once or twice a year when kept in active growth.

Care Tips:

• Light: Bright, filtered light is ideal; protect from harsh midday sun.
• Water: Water regularly during active growth, allowing the mix to approach dryness between waterings; reduce frequency slightly after flowering.
• Humidity: Maintain 50–70% humidity with good air circulation.
• Media: Grow in a free-draining orchid mix of medium bark with perlite or similar additives.
• Fertiliser: Feed every 2 weeks in active growth with a diluted balanced orchid fertiliser; reduce after flowering.
• Temperature: Best grown between 15–27 °C, avoiding sudden temperature extremes.
• Repotting: Repot every 2–3 years or when the mix breaks down, preferably just after flowering when new growth begins.