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.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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