Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
dactylopterum
ID:
256544

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 3: 684 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255876

Common Names

  • Fingertip Oncidium
  • Fingertip Dancing Lady Orchid
  • Fingertip Butterfly Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Heteranthocidium dactylopterum (Rchb.f.) Szlach. & Kolan. [unknown]

Description

Oncidium dactylopterum (also called 'Winged Oncidium' and 'Winged Tiger-tail', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is found in cloud forests, growing as an epiphyte on trees and shrubs. It has long, thin, green leaves and yellow and brown flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium dactylopterum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncidium dactylopterum is yellow and has a white center. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium dactylopterum is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is a relatively easy orchid to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Oncidium dactylopterum

Oncidium dactylopterum can be found in Colombia.

Oncidium dactylopterum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium dactylopterum?

Oncidium dactylopterum

What is the common name of Oncidium dactylopterum?

Dactylopterum

Where is Oncidium dactylopterum 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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