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Oncidium Sharry Baby
BeginnerA popular hybrid with chocolate fragrance, producing many reddish-brown flowers with sweet indoor scent.
About
Oncidium Sharry Baby, nicknamed the Chocolate Orchid, is one of the most popular fragrant orchids in cultivation, celebrated for its intense chocolate-like sweet scent that fills an entire room when in bloom. Plants grow 30–50 cm with pseudobulbs bearing leathery leaves. The small flowers, 1–2 cm across, are reddish-brown to purple-brown with contrasting white lips, borne in dense sprays of dozens to over a hundred per inflorescence. Flowering occurs mainly in autumn to winter (October–December). Reducing water in autumn encourages flower spikes, and monthly fertilization supports vigorous growth.
Lifespan of the Oncidium Sharry Baby
The Oncidium Sharry Baby lives 10+ years.
Size of the Oncidium Sharry Baby
The Oncidium Sharry Baby grows to 30-50cm.
Temperature & humidity for the Oncidium Sharry Baby
The ideal temperature for the Oncidium Sharry Baby is 15〜28℃.
Cultivation requires bright indirect light, temperatures of 15–28°C, and a bark or sphagnum medium.
Basic Info
Origin
Oncidium hybrid cultivar
Lifespan
10+ years
Size
30-50cm
Temperature
15〜28℃
Humidity
50〜70%
Growing Tips
Light & Placement
Grow it indoors in bright indirect light. It suits indoor culture, ideally by a window shielded from direct sun.
Watering
Water well during the growing season so it never dries out too much. Reducing water in autumn encourages flower bud formation.
Temperature & Overwintering
The ideal range is 15-28°C. It is a tough, easy variety, but keep it indoors so it does not fall below this range.
Soil & Repotting
Pot in bark or sphagnum moss. It reaches 30-50cm, so move it up one pot size as the pseudobulbs multiply.
Fertilizer
Feeding once or twice a month works well. Stop fertilizing when you reduce water in autumn to favor flower bud formation.
Oncidium Sharry Baby FAQ
QWhat is the growing difficulty level for Oncidium Sharry Baby?
Beginner. A variety suitable for beginners. No special equipment or experience is required—you can grow it without problems by setting up a basic cultivation environment.
QWhat is the ideal temperature for Oncidium Sharry Baby?
The ideal temperature for Oncidium Sharry Baby is 15〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
QWhat is the lifespan of Oncidium Sharry Baby?
The average lifespan of Oncidium Sharry Baby is 10+ years. With proper cultivation environment and nutrient management, you can keep it healthy for a long time.
QHow large does Oncidium Sharry Baby get?
The mature size of Oncidium Sharry Baby is 30-50cm. This may vary slightly depending on cultivation environment and individual differences.
QWhat is the typical price for Oncidium Sharry Baby?
The price of Oncidium Sharry Baby varies significantly by variety, characteristics, size, and lineage. Please check GrowerDirect's price guide for the latest market information.
Last updated: August 31, 2026
References & Sources
Edited & verified by: GrowerDirect Editorial Team
The classifications, regulations, and growing data on this page are created and verified based on the primary information database below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Authority databases: RHS orchid hybrid registration (International Orchid Register) · AOS (American Orchid Society)
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
The family Orchidaceae is listed entirely in CITES Appendix II (except for the genera Paphiopedilum and Phragmipedium and certain species, which are in Appendix I). Cultivars and hybrids are subject to family-level regulation; however, artificially propagated specimens may benefit from simplified trading procedures under the Appendices.
Sources: CITES Appendices (Orchidaceae spp. = Appendix II) / CITES Appendix I Orchid Checklist (Kew/UNEP-WCMC 2019)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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