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Today, I will introduce a super charming flower - Oncidium. It not only has a beautiful and unique appearance, but also has rich flower language implications and moving legends.

The scientific name of Oncidium is Oncidium. The flowers are like dancing girls, light and lively, with various colors (pink, yellow, white, etc.), and often gather into gorgeous bouquets. The plant is lightweight, with slender and green leaves. It is beautiful and suitable for decoration everywhere.

The flowers of Oncidium are always so lively and playful. The way they sway gently in the wind is like happy dancers enjoying life to the fullest, without any troubles or sorrows. Therefore, it symbolizes happiness and carefreeness. It also has the implication of "hidden love". Although the flowers of Oncidium are small and delicate, they contain deep emotions. Unlike some flowers, they do not show off their beauty ostentatiously, but silently exude charm.

In some cultures, Oncidium is also regarded as a symbol of good luck and happiness! Its beauty and uniqueness seem to be endowed with a magical power. People believe that placing Oncidium at home can bring good luck and blessings and make life full of joy and happiness. Whenever you see its gorgeous flowers and vibrant appearance, it seems that you can feel a positive energy flowing around you, adding a beautiful expectation and blessing to our lives.

Oncidium also has a moving legend. Once upon a time, there was a beautiful elf who loved dancing in the forest. During the drought, she used all her strength to turn into Oncidium and brought rain to restore the vitality of the forest. Since then, Oncidium has guarded the forest like an elf and brought hope.

Planting and maintenance methods of Oncidium:
Light: It likes bright scattered light. Place it by the window (east or north) and shade it in summer.
Temperature: It is suitable to be between 18℃ - 25℃. Keep warm in winter (not lower than 10℃) and ventilate and cool down in summer.
Watering: Water when dry and wet. Water thoroughly to prevent water accumulation. Keep the air humidity (50% - 70%). Spray water or use a humidifier.
Fertilization: Apply thin liquid fertilizer every 2 - 3 weeks during the growing season. Add phosphorus and potassium fertilizer before flowering. Don't let the fertilizer touch the leaves and flowers. Rinse the leaves after application.
Soil: Choose a medium with good looseness, air permeability and drainage, such as special soil for orchids or homemade (mixed with bark, perlite and peat soil).
Repotting: Repot once every 1 - 2 years. Spring and autumn are appropriate. Operate carefully when repotting. Clean the old soil and check the roots. After the seedlings recover, maintain it normally.