Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
calanthum
ID:
256424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1870: 39 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255756

Common Names

  • Calanthum Oncidium
  • Oncidium calanthum
  • Beautiful Oncidium

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Synonyms

  • Heteranthocidium calanthum (Rchb.f.) Szlach., Mytnik & Romowicz [unknown]

Description

Oncidium calanthum (also called 'Calypso 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 calanthum 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 Oncidium calanthum has yellow and white flowers with a long spur. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium calanthum 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 calanthum

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

Oncidium calanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium calanthum?

Oncidium calanthum

What is the common name of Oncidium calanthum?

No common name

What is the family of Oncidium calanthum?

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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