Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 10: 767 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230522
Common Names
- Lockhartia oerstedii
- Oerstedii Orchid
- Crested Orchid
Synonyms
- Lockhartia lamellosa Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Lockhartia mirabilis Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Lockhartia robusta Schltr. [unknown]
- Lockhartia verrucosa Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Oncidium mirabile Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Fernandezia robusta Bateman [unknown]
- Fernandezia verrucosa Lindl. ex Kraenzl. [unknown]
Description
Lockhartia oerstedii (also called Oersted's Lockhartia, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has thin, leathery leaves and produces small yellow flowers. It is typically found growing on trees in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lockhartia oerstedii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lockhartia oerstedii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with 6 petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lockhartia oerstedii is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree or cork slab. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Lockhartia oerstedii
Lockhartia oerstedii can be found in Costa Rica and Panama.
Lockhartia oerstedii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lockhartia oerstedii?
Lockhartia oerstedii
What is the natural habitat of Lockhartia oerstedii?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What are the care requirements for Lockhartia oerstedii?
Lockhartia oerstedii requires bright, indirect light and regular watering.
Species in the Lockhartia genus
Lockhartia acuta,
Lockhartia amoena,
Lockhartia bennettii,
Lockhartia chocoensis,
Lockhartia dipleura,
Lockhartia genegeorgei,
Lockhartia goyazensis,
Lockhartia grandibractea,
Lockhartia hercodonta,
Lockhartia imbricata,
Lockhartia latilabris,
Lockhartia lepticaula,
Lockhartia longifolia,
Lockhartia ludibunda,
Lockhartia lunifera,
Lockhartia micrantha,
Lockhartia oblongicallosa,
Lockhartia obtusata,
Lockhartia odontochila,
Lockhartia oerstedii,
Lockhartia parthenocomos,
Lockhartia parthenoglossa,
Lockhartia schunkei,
Lockhartia serra,
Lockhartia tuberculata,
Lockhartia ivainae,
Lockhartia galeottiana,
Lockhartia viruensis,
Lockhartia niesseniae,
Lockhartia endresiana,
Lockhartia rugosifolia,
Lockhartia tenuiflora,
Lockhartia compacta,
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,