Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hapalotyle
ID:
256722

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 15 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256054

Common Names

  • Hapalotyle Oncidium
  • Hapalotyle Dancing Lady Orchid
  • Hapalotyle Butterfly Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Oncidium erucatum Königer [unknown]
  • Oncidium falcicorne Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium kalbreyerianum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium hapalotyle kalbreyerianum (Kraenzl.) Roeth [unknown]

Description

Oncidium hapalotyle (also called 'Hapalotyle Oncidium' and 'Hapalotyle 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 hapalotyle is an ornamental plant, grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncidium hapalotyle is yellow with brown spots. The seed is small and brown. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium hapalotyle 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 hapalotyle

Oncidium hapalotyle can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Oncidium hapalotyle FAQ

What is the common name of Oncidium hapalotyle?

Dwarf Oncidium

What type of soil is best for Oncidium hapalotyle?

Well-draining, slightly acidic soil with plenty of organic matter

What is the ideal temperature range for Oncidium hapalotyle?

65-85°F (18-29°C)

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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