Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
1326721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunpha, H.A.Pedersen & Sridith

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 32: 144 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339175


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Description

Oberonia pygmaea (also called Pygmy Oberonia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a stem of up to 15 cm tall. It is native to South America, and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oberonia pygmaea is a plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known to be a source of food for some animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oberonia pygmaea has small, white flowers with yellow-green stripes. The flowers are borne in a dense, globular inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oberonia pygmaea is a small herbaceous plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.

Where to Find Oberonia pygmaea

Oberonia pygmaea is found in India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Oberonia pygmaea FAQ

What is the common name of Oberonia pygmaea?

Pygmy oberonia

What is the natural habitat of Oberonia pygmaea?

It is found in wet grasslands, swamps, and marshes

What are the characteristics of Oberonia pygmaea?

It is a small herb with a single stem and small white flowers

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

Henrik Ærenlund Pedersen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Pedersen' in the authors string.
Kitichate Sridith: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sridith' in the authors string.
Kanok-on Bunpha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunpha' in the authors string.