Keep this orchid damp but never soggy. They should be watered in the morning. Check the leaves, if they pleat and the pseudo bulbs look shriveled those are signs you need to water more. Odontoglossums like very bright but indirect light. If you notice reddish streaks. These plants like cool temperatures of 65°F to 75°F (18.3°C to 23.9°C) and night temperatures between 50°F and 55°F (10°C to 12.8°C).1
These estimates for how long Odontoglossum takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.
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The name comes from the Greek word “odonto” meaning tooth and “glossa” which means tongue. This refers to the tip of the lip that resembles teeth and a pointy tongue.
1 “Orchids Made Easy” entry on odontoglossum:www.orchidsmadeeasy.com/odontoglossum/