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identification of my new Orchid.
Hello to all my new gardening friends. Like I said in the other group
rec.garden.orchids I am now the proud owner of my very first orchid. I have been wanting one for so many year.I was wondering if someone could help me identify my orchid. I would like to read up on some care and just can't seem to find what variety I got. Also if you have a good site to tell me about feel free. Once again Thanks stephane |
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identification of my new Orchid.
On Sun, 18 Feb 2007 20:53:41 -0500, "flowerbudz"
wrote: Hello to all my new gardening friends. Like I said in the other group rec.garden.orchids I am now the proud owner of my very first orchid. I have been wanting one for so many year.I was wondering if someone could help me identify my orchid. I would like to read up on some care and just can't seem to find what variety I got. Also if you have a good site to tell me about feel free. Once again Thanks stephane Stephane - You have presented a challenge. Most of us will agree it is in the Oncidium alliance. I wonder if it had a scent of Chocolate or Vanilla-chocolate? http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...m/aah.jpg.html and looked something like this? Or perhaps a very spidery look like this Brassia - http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html This is an old pix of my Wilsonara Golden Afternoon 'Rich Yellow' - But it is one plant that often dries the bulbs in that manner. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aaa.jpg.html Colmanara Wildcatt 'Carmela' is the wild pattern, 'Bobcat' is dark red with only a touch of yellow in the petals and sepals and a bright red lip. 'Jaguar' is a much lighter version. These are now correctly called Oncidium Wildcatt. Each clone has very different coloration, but you can see how similar the Wilsonara is in flower shape. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html It may be impossible to ever fully identify your plant. You may also find something that looks just as you remembered the flowers. Mean time... The photo shows a thin psuedobulb looking slightly dry. Leaves that are pleated suggest that both the water and the humidity were low while the plant was growing. On the other hand it is a plant with fine roots. They will rot if the moss it not allowed to dry quite a bit between waterings. I do not grow well in moss, so I will let someone who does comment further on water. Be careful With moss the bottom of the pot can be sopping wet and the top appear very dry. Do not allow any water to sit around or under the pot. Enjoy and keep your eye open for something that suggests your plant to you. Many orchids look similar. Unless there is a label buried in the pot you can not guarantee the ID of this plant. Does not make it any less great in your new collection. You will notice often we will post hybrid or Noid. Our No ID's become Noid. Don't let anyone kid you, we all have them. |
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identification of my new Orchid.
Hi sue and Thanks. What would be the best potting mix for this variety? I
know that they sell orchid mix that looks like bark and they also sell pots in wood frame that lets the air pass.Should the room have high humidity? should I mist the leaves once in while. I am really starting for the bottom with orchid. Like I said I have a good dark green thumb since I am a gardener/tree care. I have my own business but work only in the summer time. snow keeps me out of work. Since Quebec city is more winter then summer I have a lot of time for my new little baby the orchid. I can't wait to see it bloom, I know I will get it to flower. I had a hoya for over 5 years and finally got it to flower for me. I had a look at the pics and I really hope that I get the little flower since they have so much detail. I am really happy to get some good comments and advice from the experts. I really like the links that you sent me.Thanks Take care steph "SuE" a écrit dans le message de ... On Sun, 18 Feb 2007 20:53:41 -0500, "flowerbudz" wrote: Hello to all my new gardening friends. Like I said in the other group rec.garden.orchids I am now the proud owner of my very first orchid. I have been wanting one for so many year.I was wondering if someone could help me identify my orchid. I would like to read up on some care and just can't seem to find what variety I got. Also if you have a good site to tell me about feel free. Once again Thanks stephane Stephane - You have presented a challenge. Most of us will agree it is in the Oncidium alliance. I wonder if it had a scent of Chocolate or Vanilla-chocolate? http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...m/aah.jpg.html and looked something like this? Or perhaps a very spidery look like this Brassia - http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html This is an old pix of my Wilsonara Golden Afternoon 'Rich Yellow' - But it is one plant that often dries the bulbs in that manner. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aaa.jpg.html Colmanara Wildcatt 'Carmela' is the wild pattern, 'Bobcat' is dark red with only a touch of yellow in the petals and sepals and a bright red lip. 'Jaguar' is a much lighter version. These are now correctly called Oncidium Wildcatt. Each clone has very different coloration, but you can see how similar the Wilsonara is in flower shape. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html It may be impossible to ever fully identify your plant. You may also find something that looks just as you remembered the flowers. Mean time... The photo shows a thin psuedobulb looking slightly dry. Leaves that are pleated suggest that both the water and the humidity were low while the plant was growing. On the other hand it is a plant with fine roots. They will rot if the moss it not allowed to dry quite a bit between waterings. I do not grow well in moss, so I will let someone who does comment further on water. Be careful With moss the bottom of the pot can be sopping wet and the top appear very dry. Do not allow any water to sit around or under the pot. Enjoy and keep your eye open for something that suggests your plant to you. Many orchids look similar. Unless there is a label buried in the pot you can not guarantee the ID of this plant. Does not make it any less great in your new collection. You will notice often we will post hybrid or Noid. Our No ID's become Noid. Don't let anyone kid you, we all have them. |
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identification of my new Orchid.
The only think that makes me wonder about the oncidium-type ID is the broad
leaves. The pseudobulbs certainly look oncidium-like, but the leaves make me think more along the lines of coelogyne or something. Can you describe what the blossoms looked like? In any case Stephane, your potting medium needs to allow plenty of air flow to the root system, while still holding adequate (not sopping wet) moisture. The reliance on gas exchange through the root system (more than primarily through the leaves, as in terrestrials) is a major aspect in orchids' evolution, so is a key to growing them. Most orchids do prefer humidity, but a periodic misting in your home won't really accomplish much, as the quick evaporation will result in dispersion throughout your home, not just around the plant. If you do need to boost your humidity, then a good humidifier would be a worthwhile investment. Not only is it good for your plants, but it's good for you, too. -- Ray Barkalow - First Rays Orchids - www.firstrays.com Plants, Supplies. Books, Artwork, and lots of Free Info! "flowerbudz" wrote in message ... Hi sue and Thanks. What would be the best potting mix for this variety? I know that they sell orchid mix that looks like bark and they also sell pots in wood frame that lets the air pass.Should the room have high humidity? should I mist the leaves once in while. I am really starting for the bottom with orchid. Like I said I have a good dark green thumb since I am a gardener/tree care. I have my own business but work only in the summer time. snow keeps me out of work. Since Quebec city is more winter then summer I have a lot of time for my new little baby the orchid. I can't wait to see it bloom, I know I will get it to flower. I had a hoya for over 5 years and finally got it to flower for me. I had a look at the pics and I really hope that I get the little flower since they have so much detail. I am really happy to get some good comments and advice from the experts. I really like the links that you sent me.Thanks Take care steph "SuE" a écrit dans le message de ... On Sun, 18 Feb 2007 20:53:41 -0500, "flowerbudz" wrote: Hello to all my new gardening friends. Like I said in the other group rec.garden.orchids I am now the proud owner of my very first orchid. I have been wanting one for so many year.I was wondering if someone could help me identify my orchid. I would like to read up on some care and just can't seem to find what variety I got. Also if you have a good site to tell me about feel free. Once again Thanks stephane Stephane - You have presented a challenge. Most of us will agree it is in the Oncidium alliance. I wonder if it had a scent of Chocolate or Vanilla-chocolate? http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...m/aah.jpg.html and looked something like this? Or perhaps a very spidery look like this Brassia - http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html This is an old pix of my Wilsonara Golden Afternoon 'Rich Yellow' - But it is one plant that often dries the bulbs in that manner. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aaa.jpg.html Colmanara Wildcatt 'Carmela' is the wild pattern, 'Bobcat' is dark red with only a touch of yellow in the petals and sepals and a bright red lip. 'Jaguar' is a much lighter version. These are now correctly called Oncidium Wildcatt. Each clone has very different coloration, but you can see how similar the Wilsonara is in flower shape. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html It may be impossible to ever fully identify your plant. You may also find something that looks just as you remembered the flowers. Mean time... The photo shows a thin psuedobulb looking slightly dry. Leaves that are pleated suggest that both the water and the humidity were low while the plant was growing. On the other hand it is a plant with fine roots. They will rot if the moss it not allowed to dry quite a bit between waterings. I do not grow well in moss, so I will let someone who does comment further on water. Be careful With moss the bottom of the pot can be sopping wet and the top appear very dry. Do not allow any water to sit around or under the pot. Enjoy and keep your eye open for something that suggests your plant to you. Many orchids look similar. Unless there is a label buried in the pot you can not guarantee the ID of this plant. Does not make it any less great in your new collection. You will notice often we will post hybrid or Noid. Our No ID's become Noid. Don't let anyone kid you, we all have them. |
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identification of my new Orchid.
I don't know what type of flower it will give me because when i got the
ochide the flower was already over. But that's what i wanted.I wanted to get a suprise in a couple of years. i am sure glad to get some info from you guys.I will repot it in some good orchid mix and i will get a basket so i could get air flow. but like i was able to see not all orchids need the same care. Should it get full sun? south window or est window. Thanks again steph "Ray B" a écrit dans le message de newsliCh.8386$SR.1448@trndny06... The only think that makes me wonder about the oncidium-type ID is the broad leaves. The pseudobulbs certainly look oncidium-like, but the leaves make me think more along the lines of coelogyne or something. Can you describe what the blossoms looked like? In any case Stephane, your potting medium needs to allow plenty of air flow to the root system, while still holding adequate (not sopping wet) moisture. The reliance on gas exchange through the root system (more than primarily through the leaves, as in terrestrials) is a major aspect in orchids' evolution, so is a key to growing them. Most orchids do prefer humidity, but a periodic misting in your home won't really accomplish much, as the quick evaporation will result in dispersion throughout your home, not just around the plant. If you do need to boost your humidity, then a good humidifier would be a worthwhile investment. Not only is it good for your plants, but it's good for you, too. -- Ray Barkalow - First Rays Orchids - www.firstrays.com Plants, Supplies. Books, Artwork, and lots of Free Info! "flowerbudz" wrote in message ... Hi sue and Thanks. What would be the best potting mix for this variety? I know that they sell orchid mix that looks like bark and they also sell pots in wood frame that lets the air pass.Should the room have high humidity? should I mist the leaves once in while. I am really starting for the bottom with orchid. Like I said I have a good dark green thumb since I am a gardener/tree care. I have my own business but work only in the summer time. snow keeps me out of work. Since Quebec city is more winter then summer I have a lot of time for my new little baby the orchid. I can't wait to see it bloom, I know I will get it to flower. I had a hoya for over 5 years and finally got it to flower for me. I had a look at the pics and I really hope that I get the little flower since they have so much detail. I am really happy to get some good comments and advice from the experts. I really like the links that you sent me.Thanks Take care steph "SuE" a écrit dans le message de ... On Sun, 18 Feb 2007 20:53:41 -0500, "flowerbudz" wrote: Hello to all my new gardening friends. Like I said in the other group rec.garden.orchids I am now the proud owner of my very first orchid. I have been wanting one for so many year.I was wondering if someone could help me identify my orchid. I would like to read up on some care and just can't seem to find what variety I got. Also if you have a good site to tell me about feel free. Once again Thanks stephane Stephane - You have presented a challenge. Most of us will agree it is in the Oncidium alliance. I wonder if it had a scent of Chocolate or Vanilla-chocolate? http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...m/aah.jpg.html and looked something like this? Or perhaps a very spidery look like this Brassia - http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html This is an old pix of my Wilsonara Golden Afternoon 'Rich Yellow' - But it is one plant that often dries the bulbs in that manner. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aaa.jpg.html Colmanara Wildcatt 'Carmela' is the wild pattern, 'Bobcat' is dark red with only a touch of yellow in the petals and sepals and a bright red lip. 'Jaguar' is a much lighter version. These are now correctly called Oncidium Wildcatt. Each clone has very different coloration, but you can see how similar the Wilsonara is in flower shape. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html It may be impossible to ever fully identify your plant. You may also find something that looks just as you remembered the flowers. Mean time... The photo shows a thin psuedobulb looking slightly dry. Leaves that are pleated suggest that both the water and the humidity were low while the plant was growing. On the other hand it is a plant with fine roots. They will rot if the moss it not allowed to dry quite a bit between waterings. I do not grow well in moss, so I will let someone who does comment further on water. Be careful With moss the bottom of the pot can be sopping wet and the top appear very dry. Do not allow any water to sit around or under the pot. Enjoy and keep your eye open for something that suggests your plant to you. Many orchids look similar. Unless there is a label buried in the pot you can not guarantee the ID of this plant. Does not make it any less great in your new collection. You will notice often we will post hybrid or Noid. Our No ID's become Noid. Don't let anyone kid you, we all have them. |
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identification of my new Orchid.
With those broad leaves, I would start with shade and gradually move to
brighter conditions in very slow steps, keeping a close eye on them. Putting those in full sun would scorch the hell out of them. -- Ray Barkalow - First Rays Orchids - www.firstrays.com Plants, Supplies. Books, Artwork, and lots of Free Info! "flowerbudz" wrote in message ... I don't know what type of flower it will give me because when i got the ochide the flower was already over. But that's what i wanted.I wanted to get a suprise in a couple of years. i am sure glad to get some info from you guys.I will repot it in some good orchid mix and i will get a basket so i could get air flow. but like i was able to see not all orchids need the same care. Should it get full sun? south window or est window. Thanks again steph "Ray B" a écrit dans le message de newsliCh.8386$SR.1448@trndny06... The only think that makes me wonder about the oncidium-type ID is the broad leaves. The pseudobulbs certainly look oncidium-like, but the leaves make me think more along the lines of coelogyne or something. Can you describe what the blossoms looked like? In any case Stephane, your potting medium needs to allow plenty of air flow to the root system, while still holding adequate (not sopping wet) moisture. The reliance on gas exchange through the root system (more than primarily through the leaves, as in terrestrials) is a major aspect in orchids' evolution, so is a key to growing them. Most orchids do prefer humidity, but a periodic misting in your home won't really accomplish much, as the quick evaporation will result in dispersion throughout your home, not just around the plant. If you do need to boost your humidity, then a good humidifier would be a worthwhile investment. Not only is it good for your plants, but it's good for you, too. -- Ray Barkalow - First Rays Orchids - www.firstrays.com Plants, Supplies. Books, Artwork, and lots of Free Info! "flowerbudz" wrote in message ... Hi sue and Thanks. What would be the best potting mix for this variety? I know that they sell orchid mix that looks like bark and they also sell pots in wood frame that lets the air pass.Should the room have high humidity? should I mist the leaves once in while. I am really starting for the bottom with orchid. Like I said I have a good dark green thumb since I am a gardener/tree care. I have my own business but work only in the summer time. snow keeps me out of work. Since Quebec city is more winter then summer I have a lot of time for my new little baby the orchid. I can't wait to see it bloom, I know I will get it to flower. I had a hoya for over 5 years and finally got it to flower for me. I had a look at the pics and I really hope that I get the little flower since they have so much detail. I am really happy to get some good comments and advice from the experts. I really like the links that you sent me.Thanks Take care steph "SuE" a écrit dans le message de ... On Sun, 18 Feb 2007 20:53:41 -0500, "flowerbudz" wrote: Hello to all my new gardening friends. Like I said in the other group rec.garden.orchids I am now the proud owner of my very first orchid. I have been wanting one for so many year.I was wondering if someone could help me identify my orchid. I would like to read up on some care and just can't seem to find what variety I got. Also if you have a good site to tell me about feel free. Once again Thanks stephane Stephane - You have presented a challenge. Most of us will agree it is in the Oncidium alliance. I wonder if it had a scent of Chocolate or Vanilla-chocolate? http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...m/aah.jpg.html and looked something like this? Or perhaps a very spidery look like this Brassia - http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html This is an old pix of my Wilsonara Golden Afternoon 'Rich Yellow' - But it is one plant that often dries the bulbs in that manner. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aaa.jpg.html Colmanara Wildcatt 'Carmela' is the wild pattern, 'Bobcat' is dark red with only a touch of yellow in the petals and sepals and a bright red lip. 'Jaguar' is a much lighter version. These are now correctly called Oncidium Wildcatt. Each clone has very different coloration, but you can see how similar the Wilsonara is in flower shape. http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/v...a/aae.jpg.html It may be impossible to ever fully identify your plant. You may also find something that looks just as you remembered the flowers. Mean time... The photo shows a thin psuedobulb looking slightly dry. Leaves that are pleated suggest that both the water and the humidity were low while the plant was growing. On the other hand it is a plant with fine roots. They will rot if the moss it not allowed to dry quite a bit between waterings. I do not grow well in moss, so I will let someone who does comment further on water. Be careful With moss the bottom of the pot can be sopping wet and the top appear very dry. Do not allow any water to sit around or under the pot. Enjoy and keep your eye open for something that suggests your plant to you. Many orchids look similar. Unless there is a label buried in the pot you can not guarantee the ID of this plant. Does not make it any less great in your new collection. You will notice often we will post hybrid or Noid. Our No ID's become Noid. Don't let anyone kid you, we all have them. |
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