Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
maculatum
ID:
256904

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Sert. Orchid. : t. 48 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256236

Common Names

  • Maculatum Oncidium
  • Maculatum Dancing Lady Orchid
  • Maculatum Butterfly Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Odontoglossum johnsonorum L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum lindleyi Galeotti ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium funereum Lex. [unknown]
  • Oncidium lintriculus Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium psittacinum Linden ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium sawyeri L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Cyrtochilum maculatum ecornutum Hook. in Curtis [unknown]
  • Oncidium maculatum psittacinum Rchb.f. ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium johnsonorum L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Cyrtochilum maculatum Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Oncidium maculatum (also called Oncidium maculatum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Venezuela. It has a small, compact growth habit and produces yellow flowers with brown markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium maculatum has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oncidium maculatum has yellow and orange flowers with red spots. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium maculatum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method of propagation. Divide the plant in spring or early summer and replant in a new location. Seeds can be collected in late summer and sown in the fall. Germination is slow and erratic, so patience is required.

Where to Find Oncidium maculatum

Oncidium maculatum can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Oncidium maculatum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Oncidium maculatum?

Oncidium maculatum prefers temperatures between 18-22°C (64-72°F)

What kind of light does Oncidium maculatum need?

Oncidium maculatum prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Oncidium maculatum be watered?

Oncidium maculatum should be watered once a week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

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-139648: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.