Oncidium x Sharry Baby is a sympodial epiphyte orchid hybrid and is perhaps the most well known of all Oncidium hybrids in that it produces burgundy red coloured flowers that have a distinct aroma of vanilla chocolate. Unlike many other flowers, this one is most fragrant during the day.
They have large pseudobulbs from which emerge long, mid green, strappy leaves that can often take on a dropping habit.
A stem will appear from a pseudobulb (just the once) upon which will be borne multiple, small 3cm x 2cm, eye-catching flowers in deep shades of red, with a large, protruding lower lip.
Each flower will only last for 2-3 weeks but with each stem holding many flowers, your displays will be full for many months.
They are very attractive and give the effect of a cloud of dancing butterflies.
The roots are thin and white but as they age they turn a greenish hue green when wet.
Although from tropical climes, they do well in cooler climates as found in most parts of populated Australia and they are also popular as indoor plants.