Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
seidenfadenii
ID:
479149

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.J.Su) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 47: 242 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478481

Common Names

  • Oberonia Seidenfadenii
  • Seidenfadenii Oberonia
  • Oberonia Seidenfadenii Variegata

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Synonyms

  • Hippeophyllum seidenfadii H.J.Su [unknown]
  • Hippeophyllum seidenfadenii H.J.Su [unknown]

Description

Oberonia seidenfadenii (also called 'Seidenfaden's Oberonia' or 'Seidenfaden's Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with slender, upright stems and small, fragrant flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oberonia seidenfadenii is used in traditional medicine for treating colds, coughs, and fever. It is also used as a food source and for its fiber content.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oberonia seidenfadenii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oberonia seidenfadenii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting and place it in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Oberonia seidenfadenii

Oberonia seidenfadenii can be found in the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.

Oberonia seidenfadenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oberonia seidenfadenii?

Oberonia seidenfadenii

What is the common name of Oberonia seidenfadenii?

Seidenfaden's Oberonia

What is the natural habitat of Oberonia seidenfadenii?

Tropical forests

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-255723: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.
Horng Jye Su (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Su' in the authors string.