Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cirrhosum
ID:
256485

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Prakt. Stud. Orchid. : 284 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255817

Common Names

  • Cirrhosum Oncidium
  • Oncidium cirrhosum
  • Cirrhosum's Oncidium

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Synonyms

  • Odontoglossum cirrhosum Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Oncidium cirrhosum (also called 'Curl-tailed 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 cirrhosum 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 cirrhosum 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 cirrhosum is an epiphytic orchid species native to Colombia. It is best grown in a medium that is kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division or by seed. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or summer when it is actively growing.

Where to Find Oncidium cirrhosum

Oncidium cirrhosum can be found in Ecuador.

Oncidium cirrhosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium cirrhosum?

Oncidium cirrhosum

What is the common name of Oncidium cirrhosum?

Cirrhosum

Where is Oncidium cirrhosum native to?

South America

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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