Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bryolophotum
ID:
256417

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1871: 738 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255749

Common Names

  • Bryolophotum Oncidium
  • Oncidium bryolophotum
  • Mossy-Lipped Oncidium

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Synonyms

  • Oncidium asparagoides Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium inops Cogn. & Rolfe [unknown]
  • Oncidium megalous Schltr. [unknown]
  • Oncidium microphyton Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Oncidium bryolophotum (also called 'Bryophyllum Oncidium', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has long, thin, light green leaves and produces yellow flowers with purple spots. It grows in humid, shady environments, often on tree branches or in mossy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium bryolophotum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a pleasant fragrance and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncidium bryolophotum is yellow with a white lip and a yellow column. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium bryolophotum is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical forests of Colombia. It is a fairly easy to grow orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced orchid fertilizer.

Where to Find Oncidium bryolophotum

Oncidium bryolophotum can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Oncidium bryolophotum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium bryolophotum?

Oncidium bryolophotum

What is the common name of Oncidium bryolophotum?

No common name

What is the family of Oncidium bryolophotum?

Orchidaceae

Species in the Oncidium genus

Oncidium abortivum, Oncidium abruptum, Oncidium acinaceum, Oncidium adelaidae, Oncidium altissimum, Oncidium amabile, Oncidium amoenum, Oncidium andradeanum, Oncidium angustisegmentum, Oncidium ansiferum, Oncidium anthocrene, Oncidium antioquiense, Oncidium ariasii, Oncidium aurarium, Oncidium ayabacanum, Oncidium baccatum, Oncidium baueri, Oncidium bennettii, Oncidium boothianum, Oncidium brachyandrum, Oncidium bracteatum, Oncidium braunii, Oncidium brevilabrum, Oncidium bryocladium, Oncidium bryolophotum, Oncidium cajamarcae, Oncidium calanthum, Oncidium caminiophorum, Oncidium candelabrum, Oncidium cardiostigma, Oncidium cariniferum, Oncidium caucanum, Oncidium cheirophorum, Oncidium chrysomorphum, Oncidium cirrhosum, Oncidium citrinum, Oncidium constrictum, Oncidium cristatellum, Oncidium cristatum, Oncidium cruciferum, Oncidium cultratum, Oncidium dactyliferum, Oncidium dactylopterum, Oncidium decorum, Oncidium deltoideum, Oncidium dichromaticum, Oncidium discobulbon, Oncidium echinops, Oncidium endocharis, Oncidium ensatum,

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,

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