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1 Bribie Island Orchid Society Bulletin October 2014 PO Box 127 Bribie Island Q 4507 www.bribieislandorchidsociety.com Patron: Cr.

1 1 Bribie Island Orchid Society Bulletin October 2014 PO Box 127 Bribie Island Q Patron: Cr. Gary Parsons President: John Hopgood Secretary: Lynnette Hauck Treasurer: Bernie Schulz Editor: John Stokes MEETINGS Committee Meeting Held on the first Wednesday of the month. The meeting commences at 1.00 pm at The Orchid House. This meeting is restricted to Committee members only. Cultural Meeting Held on the fourth Tuesday of the month, at The Orchid House, 156A First Avenue, Bribie Island. Meeting time is 1.30pm. Plants must be benched by 1.15pm when judging will commence. New Growers Meeting Normally held on the second Saturday of the month. These meetings are held at The Orchid House, commencing at 1.30pm. Note : Experienced Growers can also bench as many plants as they wish at these meetings, for discussion purposes, but these will not be judged so as not to detract from the New Growers plants. Its Show time again! Spring is in the air and may all your blooms excel on the benches.

2 2 2 For our Melbourne Cup Luncheon 11.30am on Tuesday 4 th November 2014 Luscious Lunch Entertainment Lucky Door Raffles Sweeps Prize for Best Dressed Lady and Gent RSVP 23 rd October Annette on Cost $10.00 BYO Alcohol

3 Cultural Meeting September 3 All the talk at this meeting was about preparations for our Autumn Show which, by the time you read this, will be upon us.

Also nice to see one of these novice plants win a ribbon (for second in its class) at the Glasshouse Show. Congratulations Paul and Tierney.

Cultural Des Warnock from Batphone will present his usual informative talk about alternative forms of cultivation aids.

3 3 Cultural Meeting September 3 All the talk at this meeting was about preparations for our Autumn Show which, by the time you read this, will be upon us. However there were some nice plants on the benches, particularly in the Novice Section, which was pleasing to see. Also nice to see one of these novice plants win a ribbon (for second in its class) at the Glasshouse Show. Congratulations Paul and Tierney. Next Meetings New Growers Steph Maller will lead a discussion about growing soft cane orchids accompanied by a Powerpoint presentation. Cultural Des Warnock from Batphone will present his usual informative talk about alternative forms of cultivation aids. Clockwise from top Judges Choice Novice, Popular Choice Open, Judges Choice Open. A Little Background on the Major Winners Popular Choice Orchid C. Little Big Man (Mini Purple x Kalama, regd 1999, 2 registered hybrids, no awards) Popular Choice Foliage-Anthurium (a genus of 1000 species) Judges Choice Novice Orchid-Den. Yukidaruma x Sir W. Moore (Yukidaruma, Shiranami x Pinocchio, was registered in 1973 and is well known on the benches having 53 offspring and 12 awards but the second name is unknown to Orchidwiz and may be misspelt) Judges Choice Open-Lc. Gold Digger Fuch s Mandarin (This is another well known cross, between Red Gold and Warpaint which was registered in 1974 and has 84 offspring and 21 awards. Fuch s Mandarin is a clonal/cultivar name given by the grower Fuch who is a big name in the USA orchid industry.)

4 4 September Benching Results 4 Open Cattleya 1 st (Plant Name) 1st 2nd 3rd Exhibition Lavender/ C. Aran Powder Puff Z&D Holm S. Maller Z&D Holm Mauve/Purple Exhibition Predominately C. Hawaiian Jewel Z&D Holm White Exhibition Any Other Rlc. Redland Landing Z&D Holm Z&D Holm Z&D Holm Colour Miniature or Compact C. Little Big Man Z&D Holm Z&D Holm Z&D Holm Novelty Blc. Orglades S. Maller Z&D Holm S. Maller Cluster Lc. Gold Digger Fuch s Mandarin Z&D Holm S. Maller Z&D Holm Species C. walkeriana S. Maller J&B Hopgood J&J Stokes Dendrobium Any Other Den. Unknown S. Maller S. Maller D&T Walterfang Vandaceous Over 60mm V. Princess Mikasa J&B Hopgood Under 60mm V. Susn Ong Ah Mooi J&B Hopgood J&B Hopgood J&J Stokes Other Rhy. Chorchalood J&J Stokes Phalaenopsis Any Type Unknown Z&D Holm Z&D Holm J&J Stokes Paphiopedilum Oncidium Miscellaneous None benched None benched Hybrid Bulb. Affine x macranthum J&J Stokes Species Bulb. sulawesi J&J Stokes Cymbidium Aust Natives Cym. Glowing Sands J. Atkins J. Atkins Hybrid Den. delicatum J&J Stokes J&J Stokes Novice Cattleya any Rlc. Burdekin Dream G. Hayman G. Hayman Other Hybrid Den. Yukidaruma P&T Thomas P&T Thomas P&T Thomas Species Coel. massangeana C. Burke Native Den. speciosum P&T Thomas Foliage Foliage Bromeliad D. Sirett D. Sirett Anthurium B&C Schulz B&C Schulz Tillandsia D. Sirett Popular Vote Orchid C. Little Big Man (Z&D Holm) Popular Vote Foliage Anthurium (B&C Schulz) Judges Choice Open Lc. Gold Digger Fuch s Mandarin (Z&D Holm) Judges Choice Novice Den. Yukidaruma King x Sir W. Moore (P&T Thomas) Judges J. Hopgood, T. Davis, J. Stokes Scribe B. Hopgood

5 News/Notices 5 Sad News Sad to hear that one of our past members, Henry Sampson passed away during the last

He and his wife Ruth used to enjoy our bus trips so that he could add to his collection.

On right Visitors from Mt Cootha Day Orchid Society listening with rapt attention to Lynn.

5 5 News/Notices 5 Sad News Sad to hear that one of our past members, Henry Sampson passed away during the last month at the age of 90 years. Henry was an avid collector of orchids which were displayed all over his backyard. He and his wife Ruth used to enjoy our bus trips so that he could add to his collection. Our sympathy is extended to Ruth at this sad time. Club Shirts and Name Badges now available from Bev Hopgood. On right Visitors from Mt Cootha Day Orchid Society listening with rapt attention to Lynn. Phalaenopsis Symposium Don t forget the Phalaenopsis Symposium on 25th October at Caloundra. Details in last Bulletin or from John Stokes. Blackbutt even had a pet goanna!

6 DATES TO REMEMBER IN 2014 6 23rd September 1st

Oct-1 Nov Nambour Species show 4-5 October BIOS

November 25th November Phalaenopsis Symposium

September 2015 20th AOC National and 50th TQOC

6 6 DATES TO REMEMBER IN rd September 1st October Cultural Meeting Committee Meeting 31 Oct-1 Nov Nambour Species show 4-5 October BIOS Spring Show 25th October 4th November 8th November 25th November Phalaenopsis Symposium Caloundra Melbourne Cup Luncheon STOCQ Meeting at Noosa BIOS Xmas Party International/National/Regional Events September th AOC National and 50th TQOC Conference and Show at Mackay June 2016 STOCQ Orchidfest/Diamond Festival of Orchids at Kawana

7 News/Notices 7 From Our Social Organiser Annette Trott Our trip to the Blooming Blackbutt Festival attracted 40 people on the bus and a further 6 travelled independently.

All in all a good time was had by all. Pics below of our member and organiser, John Atkins, at the orchid display, the container garden section and part of the group beside Dave s new bus.

Once again our Providore, Maureen, and her helpers turned on a spread to be proud of and feedback from the visitors was excellent.

7 7 News/Notices 7 From Our Social Organiser Annette Trott Our trip to the Blooming Blackbutt Festival attracted 40 people on the bus and a further 6 travelled independently. The organisers of the Festival are to be congratulated for attracting so many interesting stalls and one of our members even one a prize in the Orchid Show which was a part of the Festival. All in all a good time was had by all. Pics below of our member and organiser, John Atkins, at the orchid display, the container garden section and part of the group beside Dave s new bus. The visit of the Mt Cootha Day Orchid Society was also a big success with close to 50 people in attendance. Once again our Providore, Maureen, and her helpers turned on a spread to be proud of and feedback from the visitors was excellent. Unfortunately Zelda was unable to give her expert presentation on growing cattleyas but the visitors were happy with the substitute Powerpoint Presentation on Spatulata Dendrobiums loaned by Charlie McMonagle. Our next big social event is The Melbourne Cup Lunch. Please see the Flyer on page 2 and advise me asap if you intend to join us (my telephone or see me at the Show)..

8 News/Notices 8 Nambour Show It was pleasing to have plants for our display contributed

J&B Hopgood, one first S. Maller, one second J. Atkins, one second V.

Den. spectabile, J. Robertson (pic below).

with 9 members supplying plants for the display.

8 8 News/Notices 8 Nambour Show It was pleasing to have plants for our display contributed by six of our members. Results were: J. Stokes, one first, two thirds. J&B Hopgood, one first S. Maller, one second J. Atkins, one second V. Anderson, one second Overall Results Champion Orchid, Champion Species, Champion Specimen Den. spectabile, J. Robertson (pic below). Glasshouse Show We had a another pleasing response to our call for plants for this show with 9 members supplying plants for the display. Bribie Results were as follows: J&B Hopgood 1x First, 2 x Seconds J. Stokes 1 x First, 1 x Second P&T Thomas 1 x Second J. Atkins 1 x Third The Show Champion was the Lycaste shown below. The other photo is of our display stand.

9 News/Notices 9 Noosa Orchid Show This was a benching only show.

Wheeler) Reserve Champion and Champion Australian Native: Den.

Stamfordianum Library Corner The Library has many books on its shelves for readers

This month with longer days and sunlight increasing in strength our orchids are

9 9 News/Notices 9 Noosa Orchid Show This was a benching only show. Results were : Champion and Champion Species :Ryn. gigantea (M. Wheeler) Reserve Champion and Champion Australian Native: Den. speciosum Champion Specimen: Epi. Stamfordianum Library Corner The Library has many books on its shelves for readers seeking information and inspiration on how to grow their orchids. There are books on all genera. Now is the right time to check out if you are doing the right thing by your orchids. This month with longer days and sunlight increasing in strength our orchids are starting to show signs of progress which is very encouraging For new growers I would like to recommend the following titles to get them started: The Orchid Specialist by David Squire The Orchid Expert by Dr. E.G.Hessayon Basic Guide to Orchid Growing by Ross Maidment

10 Oncidium Alliance 10 The Oncidium Alliance - Making sense of the new taxonomy There are now 7 main genera, with many former Odontoglossum species now included in Oncidium, and some former Oncidium

10 10 Oncidium Alliance 10 The Oncidium Alliance - Making sense of the new taxonomy There are now 7 main genera, with many former Odontoglossum species now included in Oncidium, and some former Oncidium species now moved into the new genera Gomesa, Trichocentrum, Rhynchostele, and Tolumnia. So now the Oncidium Alliance includes the seven main genera below, together with some other minor genera. 1. Oncidium (Onc.) The name refers to the warty callus on the base of the lip. There are 381 species recognised, but many of the species now included in Oncidium used to be Odontoglossum species eg. Onc. alexandrae used to be Odontoglossum crispum. This is a large and variable group, widespread over almost all of tropical America. Oncidiums as a whole are epiphytes (grow on trees) but there are lithophytic (grow on rocks)occurrances and some can be terrestrial. Culturally as a whole, intermediate, well watered, even conditions year round, with moderate shade will be successful. 2. Miltonia (Milt.) There are 21 recognized species ranging through Brazil and into Peru. Despite being easy to grow, Miltonia species tend to be subject to spots on their thin leaves, generally caused by fungi proliferation and normally, when exposed to the amount of light they need to achieve a full bloom, their foliage gets a bit too yellow-colored, although they should never be exposed to full sunlight. Finding the right balance of light exposure to avoid yellow leaves but still produce nice blooming is important and with some precautions the grower will succeed. Despite the fact that they exhibit a rest period after blooming, Miltonias always need to be watered regularly, and more abundantly during active growth and blooming. They need at least 65% relative humidity and good ventilation all the time. Moderate weekly fertilizing with a balanced formula is beneficial during active growth. They can be potted in a free draining but moisture retentive medium. 3. Brassia (Brs.) There are 67 species spread throughout tropical America at altitudes below 1500 meters. They are commonly called 'The Spider Orchid' because of the flowers unique shape. This genus is extensively pollinate by female wasps that sting at the column attempting to pull it away to consume it, and in their struggle pick up the pollina on their head. They then move to another flower where the pollina is stripped from their head by the bottom of the column where it enters the stigma. Culturally plants do well mounted on tree fern, in a basket, or potted with a well draining medium, and grown in intermediate conditions. 4. Gomesa (Gom.)There are about 125 species in this group, and most of the members of this new genus used to be Oncidiums. Gomesa now contains what used to be the Varicosa and Crispum types of Oncidium. Varicosa types often have bright yellow colours with large showy skirts, while crispum types are often brown and yellow with quite large flowers. Both types usually have branching inflorescences and both types have been used widely in hybridising, so there are now many new intergeneric hybrid names as well (about 75). 5. Trichocentrum (Trt.) These used to be known as Mule-Ear Oncidiums because of the single large fleshy leaf on each pseudobulb. They need to be grown a little drier than other Oncidium alliance, and do well mounted or potted in a free draining mix. They often produce a large branching inflorescence. There are about 78 species in total. The species commonly grown here include Trt. splendidum and Trt. lanceanum. 6. Rhynchostele (Rst.) This is another new genus made up of 19 species, many of which used to be Odontoglossums. The species used most often in hybridising are Rst. Bictoniense, Rst. rossii, and Rst. uroskinneri. Culturally these can be treated the same as Oncidium. 7. Tolumnia (Tol.) These small plants useds to be known as Equitant Oncidiums. The 27 species are endemic to the Caribbean Basin with many confined to a single island. Most are found in intermediate to warm conditions on twigs exposed to bright light and air movement. Humidity is high and heavy dews or rain showers occur daily. Air movement is constant and plants never remain wet for long. Leaves, which are triangular or circular in cross section, overlap each other at their base to resemble a fan. The inflorescences arise between the leaf base and bear colorful, showy flowers. The labella are large, ornamented by variously shaped calli. The column bears prominent wings flanking the stigma. These do best on a mount so they dry quickly. Pieces of old, weathered, untreated hardwood fence palings work well. Some commonly grown Oncidium Alliance hybrid genera: Brassidium (Brsdm)= Brassia x Oncidium Miltonidium (Mtdm.) = Miltonia x Oncidium Miltassia (Mtssa.) = Miltonia x Brassia Odontocidium (Odcm.) = Odontoglossum x Oncidium Colmanara (Colm.) = Miltonia x Oncidium x Odontoglossum Aliceara (Alcra.) = Brassia x Miltonia x Oncidium Vuylstekeara (Vuyl.) = Cochlioda x Miltonia x Odontoglossum Wilsonara (Wils.) = Cochlioda x Odontoglossum x Oncidium Oncostele (Ons.) = Rhynchostele x Oncidium All are beautiful and interesting, despite the names! (Thanks to the Hervey Bay Orchid Society for this very useful summary)

11 11 Innovation African Style! 11 That s all folks. (Note-Bulletins can be viewed in colour on our website) Contact Editor John ( phone stokes@sillyfrog.com) for more information on any of above items. DISCLAIMER While the Executive Committee and the editor of the BIOS Newsletter endeavour to ensure the accuracy of the content of this Newsletter, neither the editor nor the Executive Committee and members of BIOS can assume any responsibility or liability for the views expressed or information included in this Newsletter.

12 12 Return Address Bribie Island Orchid Society P.O. Box 127 Bribie Island QLD 4507

Venue: Lake Kawana Community Centre 114 Sportsmans Parade Bokarina 4575 Sunshine Coast Qld. Show Schedule

Diamond Festival of Orchids Sub-Tropical Orchid Council Qld Hosted by Nambour Orchid Society Inc. Venue: Lake Kawana Community Centre 114 Sportsmans Parade Bokarina 4575 Sunshine Coast Qld. Show Schedule