0How it thrives
Watermedium
Lightbright indirect
Humiditymedium
Min. temperature10 °CJanuary
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry – less often in winter, with room-temperature water.
No feeding now.
Bright and moderately cool (10–16 °C), e.g. a bedroom window.
February
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry – less often in winter, with room-temperature water.
No feeding now.
Bright and moderately cool (10–16 °C), e.g. a bedroom window.
March
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
First weak dose at the end of the month if it is actively growing.
Bright spot, east or west window.
After flowering, if roots spill out: fresh orchid bark, a barely larger pot.
April
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
Orchid fertiliser every third watering, weak solution.
Bright spot, east or west window.
After flowering, if roots spill out: fresh orchid bark, a barely larger pot.
May
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
Orchid fertiliser every third watering, weak solution.
Bright spot, east or west window.
June
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry – more often in heatwaves, preferably in the evening.
Orchid fertiliser every third watering, weak solution.
Bright window indoors, midday sun filtered by a curtain; away from draughts and air-con.
July
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry – more often in heatwaves, preferably in the evening.
Orchid fertiliser every third watering, weak solution.
Bright window indoors, midday sun filtered by a curtain; away from draughts and air-con.
August
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry – more often in heatwaves, preferably in the evening.
Orchid fertiliser every third watering, weak solution.
Bright window indoors, midday sun filtered by a curtain; away from draughts and air-con.
It flowers next month – once you see buds, don’t move it any more.
September
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
Orchid fertiliser every third watering, weak solution.
Bright spot, east or west window.
It usually flowers now – don’t turn or move it, and log the bloom in your diary!
October
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
No feeding now.
Bright spot, east or west window.
It usually flowers now – don’t turn or move it, and log the bloom in your diary!
November · now
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry.
No feeding now.
Bright spot, east or west window.
It usually flowers now – don’t turn or move it, and log the bloom in your diary!
December
When the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry – less often in winter, with room-temperature water.
No feeding now.
Bright and moderately cool (10–16 °C), e.g. a bedroom window.
Wrinkled pseudobulbs signal thirst or root trouble.
Oncidium cheirophorum – what to know
Oncidium cheirophorum belongs to the Orchidaceae family (genus Oncidium) and is listed in our catalog under “Orchid”. Its needs – light: bright indirect; water: medium; humidity: medium. Keep it above 10 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter. Typical flowering time: September, October, November. Easy enough for beginners. It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs. Nobody on Perfect Plants Club has added it to their collection yet – be the first!
All Oncidium species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Oncidium cheirophorum?
Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.
How much light does Oncidium cheirophorum need?
It likes bright but indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window.
How cold can Oncidium cheirophorum get?
Keep it above 10 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Oncidium cheirophorum toxic to cats and dogs?
It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
When does Oncidium cheirophorum flower?
Typical flowering time: September, October, November.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
No blooms logged yet. If yours flowers, your data will be the first!
Average watering interval
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Tips and questions about this species
Oncidium
Care data is for guidance only.
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