Encyclia oncidioides aka Heavyfruit Butterfly Orchid

Taxonomy

Common names

Heavyfruit Butterfly Orchid

How to care for Heavyfruit Butterfly Orchid

Difficulty

Caring for Heavyfruit Butterfly Orchid is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Heavyfruit Butterfly Orchid prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Dormancy

During the cold period, it is common for Heavyfruit Butterfly Orchid to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.

Toxicity

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.


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