Odontoglossum

Odontoglossum (oh-don-toh-GLOSS-um)

Growing at high altitudes in the Andes, these cool growers need constant moist, breezy conditions. Many come in yellows, pinks, purples, whites, and browns.

They need bright light.
Give them frequent waterings. During winter dormancy, reduce water and fertilizer.
Always keep them below 80°F/27°C.
Repot every 1-2 years in small pots.

Odontoglossum Family

Odontoglossums can be crossbred with closely related orchids to create hybrids. Hybrid plants combine the best qualities of both parents, and some can survive poor growing conditions or neglect. This "hybrid durability" makes them great choices for beginning orchid growers. Many Odontoglossums sold today have been hybridized with other types of Odontoglossums. Other hybrids include:

Bakerara

Brassia x Miltonia x Odontoglossum x Oncidium, abbreviated Bak.

Beallara

Brassia x Cochlioda x Miltonia x Odontoglossum, abbreviated Bllra.

Colmanara

Miltonia x Odontoglossum x Oncidium, abbreviated Colm.

Degarmoara

Brassia x Miltonia x Odontoglossum, abbreviated Dgmra.

Maclellanara

Brassia x Odontoglossum x Oncidium, abbreviated Mclna.

Odontioda

Cochlioda x Odontoglossum, abbreviated Oda.