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The small indoor flower bouquet that has been asked about countless times - Oncidium. Today, I'll give you a detailed introduction!

Oncidium is also known as "mini fragrant orchid". It belongs to the genus Oncidium of the Orchidaceae family. The plant is small, with its flower stems gracefully drooping. The small and dense flowers are like a group of lively little butterflies dancing in the wind. Moreover, it has a strong fragrance, a sweet and fresh scent. When placed indoors, the whole room is filled with this aroma.

The flower language of Oncidium is "happy and carefree, forgetting troubles". Just hearing the name makes you feel very healing. When placed at home, whenever you see it in full bloom, fatigue and worries seem to be thrown far away.

Many flower lovers have trouble growing Oncidium well in winter. In fact, by mastering these few tips, you can make it thrive even in the cold winter.

Light: Oncidium loves light. In winter, the sunlight is gentle. Place it on the south balcony indoors where there is sufficient light, allowing it to enjoy the sunbath to its heart's content. Ensuring more than 6 hours of light per day can promote flower bud differentiation and make the flowers bloom more abundantly and brightly.

Temperature: Its suitable growth temperature is between 15 - 25°C. The indoor temperature in winter should not be lower than 10°C. It is relatively easy to control the temperature in rooms with heating in the north. In areas without heating in the south, you can use a plastic bag to "build a shed" for the plant to keep it warm. At night, when the temperature is low, try to keep Oncidium away from the window.

Watering: In winter, Oncidium grows slowly and its water demand decreases. You need to control the watering frequency, watering about once every 10 - 15 days. When watering, pour the water slowly along the edge of the pot. The water temperature should be close to the room temperature to avoid irritating the roots. To determine whether it's time to water, you can insert your finger 2 - 3 centimeters into the soil. If it feels dry, it's time to water.

Fertilization: You can apply a thin layer of phosphorus - potassium fertilizer before winter to enhance the plant's cold resistance. However, during the slow - growth period in winter, stop fertilizing to avoid burning the roots. Resume fertilization when the weather warms up in spring and the plant resumes growth.

Ventilation: Many people are afraid that plants will freeze in winter, so they keep the doors and windows tightly closed, which is not good for the growth of Oncidium. Choose a warm noon and open the window for ventilation for 1 - 2 hours to keep the air circulating, which can reduce the breeding of pests and diseases.