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From: sr <xxxxxx@smartITservices.com> Subject: Oncidium flowering Date sent: Wed, 26 Dec 2001 I have an Oncidium Orchid (received as a gift) and have been watering appropriately, per the directions from the Oncidium Alliance Culture. Over the four day weekend, the flowers seem to have shriveled up. I am wondering what I need to do to keep the plant going. The bottom part (where there are big, thick, leave-looking parts) looks healthy Any suggestions? Regards, S R Office Manager Technology and Innovation Center

Hi Sara Thanks for your comments. You do not say how long the oncidium has been in flower. I would suspect that probably they have reached the end of their life. Oncidiums are generally not long lived, 3 to 4 weeks is good, so perhaps it is a natural process. If everything else is healthy than you may just have to wait till next year for flowers again. If you can have a look at he roots. If they look healthy then I would not worry, but if black and mushy then you will need to take action. But from your comments it sounds as if everything is OK Regards Phil

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