Wilsonara Hilo Firecracker ‘New Year’ (syn. Oncostele Hilo Firecracker 'New Year') is an intermediate to warm growing oncidium intergeneric hybrid. Wils. Hilo Firecracker 'New Year' is a patented variety.
Flowers are dark red in color with dark red sepals and petals. The lip is red centrally with glossy, dark orange mid-lobes extending inwards horizontally, lower half cream overlaid with irregular dark orange spotting. The compact plant produces one branching 18 to 20-inch inflorescence on each pseudobulb, capable of producing up to 35 flowers 2.6 inches (6.7 cm) wide. This hybrid is very easy to grow, capable of tolerating a range of temperature conditions from hot to cool (favoring intermediate to warm), and a reliable bloomer. Excellent for growing on bright windowsill or under lights. Highly recommended for beginners
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