Bllra. (Aliceara) Diana Dunn 'Newberry' AM/AOS 4in

Aliceara orchids are a complex cross between Brassia, Miltonia and Oncidium. This is an award winning hybrid that produces large 3.5-4" white blooms with dramatic pink, lavendar, and white spotting. A slightly more compact Aliceara with leaves that have a tendency to droop rather than stand upright. Will produce a lot of flowers at once. Expected bloom time is variable but Aliceara orchids can bloom multiple times throughout the growing season as they age. 

Blooming size plant that may vary from pictured. Unless stated it will not arrive in bloom. These are larger plants.

ALICEARA CARE INFO:

Potting mix: Fine bark or medium bark+perlite mix. Repot in Spring every 2 years.

Light: Bright indirect - medium light. Shielded South or West facing preferred for largest bloom display. North or East facing tolerated. Protect leaves from direct sun exposure. 

Water: Water frequently in hot months when media is dry. Do not allow to stay dry for long periods (pseudobulbs will shrivel, leaves will crisp and "accordion"). Decrease in cold months, allowing to dry fully between waterings.

Temp: Intermediate-warm (55F min night, 90F max day).

Humidity: 30-60%, tolerant of low humidity.

Fertilizing: Heavy feeding Spring-Fall. 1/4 strength urea-free fertilizer, every other watering as new roots and leaves emerge. Flush the pot with water once monthly to remove mineral build up. Decrease to 1/4 or 1/8 strength once monthly in Winter. 

Photo credit: The American Orchid Society (aos.org)