Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
excellens
ID:
914266

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) M.W.Chase & N.H.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 21(3): 24 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913601

Common Names

  • Oncidium Excellens
  • Excellent Oncidium
  • Butterfly Orchid

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Description

Oncidium excellens (also called Excellent Oncidium, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It is found growing in wet, shady forests, often on trees and rocks near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium excellens is a popular ornamental plant in gardens, due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a cut flower and in dried flower arrangements. The plant is known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncidium excellens is yellow and white, with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium excellens can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It requires bright light and warm temperatures, and should be grown in a well-draining medium. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Oncidium excellens

Oncidium excellens can be found in Peru and Ecuador.

Oncidium excellens FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Oncidium excellens?

Oncidium excellens prefers temperatures between 18-25°C (65-77°F)

What is the ideal humidity for Oncidium excellens?

Oncidium excellens prefers humidity levels of 50-70%.

What is the ideal light level for Oncidium excellens?

Oncidium excellens prefers bright, indirect light.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-458610: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.