Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
oncidioides
ID:
225204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Knowles & Westc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cab. 2: 143 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224534

Common Names

  • Oncidioid Leochilus
  • Oncidium-Like Leochilus
  • Oncidioides Leochilus

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Synonyms

  • Leochilus macrantherus (Hook.) Liebm. [unknown]
  • Oncidium macrantherum Hook. [unknown]
  • Rodriguezia maculata Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Leochilus oncidioides (also called Oncidium-like leochilus, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with glossy, dark green leaves and long-lasting, yellow flowers. It is native to Costa Rica and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Leochilus oncidioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are also used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leochilus oncidioides has white flowers with a yellow center and a long, slender spadix. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leochilus oncidioides can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and kept consistently moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Leochilus oncidioides

Leochilus oncidioides is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Leochilus oncidioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leochilus oncidioides?

Leochilus oncidioides

What is the natural habitat of Leochilus oncidioides?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Leochilus oncidioides?

The flowers are white or yellowish-white in color

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-109401: Based on the initial data import
George Beauchamp Knowles (1790-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knowles' in the authors string.
Frederic Westcott (d.1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Westc.' in the authors string.