Beallara orchid also called as Aliceara, the nothogenus for intergeneric hybrids between the orchid genera Brassia, Cochlioda, Miltonia and Odontoglossum. To achieve this cross breeders usually cross Miltassia (Miltonia x Brassia) with Odontodia (Odontoglossum x Cochlioda).
Beallara orchid also called as Aliceara, the nothogenus for intergeneric hybrids between the orchid genera Brassia, Cochlioda, Miltonia and Odontoglossum. To achieve this cross breeders usually cross Miltassia (Miltonia x Brassia) with Odontodia (Odontoglossum x Cochlioda).
IDENTIFY BEALLARA ORCHID PLANT
Beallara orchid is similar to Oncidiums but is a little different due the different species in the crosses that has a branched stem that grows to about 150 cm in height with elongated and lanceolate, reaching about 60 cm of length leaves. It has fleshy large pseudobulbs.
They flower in spring and summer although might flower earlier if grown in a glasshouse. The flowers are numerous, about 14 to 16, and last long, between 20 to 30 days. The flowers are often fragrant. These orchids are commonly cultivated in greenhouses for ornamental purposes, resulting in a huge variety of cultivars of different colors.
BEALLARA ORCHID PLANT CARE AND CULTURE
Cultural information should only be used as a guide, and should be to be adapted to suit you. Your physical location; where you grow your plants, how much time you have to devote to their care, and many other factors, will need to be taken into account. Only then can you decide on the cultural methods that best suit you and your plants.
Light:
Beallara orchid prefer a little more light than Oncidiums but less than cattleyas. Around 20000-30000 lux in summer and 35000-50000 lux in winter. 50-70% shade cloth should be adequate.
Temperature:
The optimum temperature is 15-29°C but they will tolerate temperature extremes from 1°C to 40°C for short periods. They will tolerate lower night temperatures in winter if daytime temperatures are higher. They will not tolerate frosts. Cooler nights are necessary to flower well.
Humidity:
The plants from this genus prefer a humid environment with 55-75% humidity. Use water-filled gravel trays or misting to increase humidity in hot weather. Good air movement is important when humidity is high to minimize fungal and bacterial diseases.
Substrate, growing media and repotting:
Beallara orchid are usually grow in pot. Potting medium varies with your watering regime and plant size. As they have finer roots they prefer a small bark medium. It needs to be open and free draining but retain moisture.
Repot every 2 years. Do not overpot and use the smallest pot necessary to contain the roots. Plants are less susceptible to overwatering when in smaller pots. Repot when new growths are about 5-8 cm high. Squat shaped pots are preferred.
Watering:
They prefer to be kept moist throughout the growing season but have drier rest in winter. Let the plants become almost dry before watering.
Fertilizer:
This orchid require frequent application of quarter to half strength fertilizer during their growing season. A high phosphorus and potassium fertilizer is recommended in mid summer onwards or once flower spikes appear. Leach pots periodically to remove excess salts.
Rest period:
Beallara orchid need a period of rest in winter. In winter, the plants should be keep at lower temperature with a reduce of amount of water. Fertilization should be reduced or completely eliminated during this period. The rest period ends when there are appearance of new shoots.
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