Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
obcordata
ID:
253571

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fol. Orchid. 8: 7 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252903

Common Names

  • Oberonia Obcordata
  • Obcordata Orchid
  • Obcordata Oberonia

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Synonyms

  • Iridorkis obcordata (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Iridorkis orbicularis (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Iridorkis treutleri (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malaxis obcordata Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Oberonia delicata Z.H.Tsi & S.C.Chen [unknown]
  • Oberonia treutleri Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Iridorchis obcordata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Iridorchis orbicularis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Iridorchis treutleri Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Oberonia obcordata (also called Heart-shaped Oberonia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in India, China, and Southeast Asia. It has a single, thin, erect stem, reaching up to 8 cm in height, with 3-4 leaves. The flowers are small, yellowish-green, and have a short spur. It grows in moist, shady forests, along streams, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oberonia obcordata has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes. It has also been used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oberonia obcordata has small white flowers with yellow centers and small seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oberonia obcordata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is frost hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Oberonia obcordata

Oberonia obcordata can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Oberonia obcordata FAQ

What is the common name of Oberonia obcordata?

The common name of Oberonia obcordata is the Heart-shaped Oberonia.

What type of plant is Oberonia obcordata?

Oberonia obcordata is an epiphytic orchid.

Where is Oberonia obcordata found?

Oberonia obcordata is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Oberonia genus

Oberonia acarus, Oberonia acaulis, Oberonia affinis, Oberonia agamensis, Oberonia agastyamalayana, Oberonia alopecurus, Oberonia anamalayana, Oberonia anguina, Oberonia angustifolia, Oberonia anthropophora, Oberonia aporophylla, Oberonia arcuata, Oberonia arisanensis, Oberonia arunachalensis, Oberonia asperula, Oberonia aurea, Oberonia austro-yunnanensis, Oberonia balakrishnanii, Oberonia bantaengensis, Oberonia batuensis, Oberonia beccarii, Oberonia bellii, Oberonia benguetensis, Oberonia bertoldi, Oberonia bicornis, Oberonia bifida, Oberonia bilobata, Oberonia boerlageana, Oberonia borneensis, Oberonia brachyphylla, Oberonia brachystachys, Oberonia brevispica, Oberonia brunnea, Oberonia brunoniana, Oberonia cardiochila, Oberonia carnosa, Oberonia cathayana, Oberonia caulescens, Oberonia cavaleriei, Oberonia celebica, Oberonia chandrasekharanii, Oberonia ciliolata, Oberonia cirrhifera, Oberonia clarkei, Oberonia claviloba, Oberonia cleistogama, Oberonia complanata, Oberonia cordata, Oberonia costeriana, Oberonia crassilabris,

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-136504: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.