Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
obryzatoides
ID:
256990

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 50(80): 240 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256322

Common Names

  • Obryzatoides Oncidium
  • Obryzatoides Dancing Lady Orchid
  • Obryzatoides Butterfly Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Oncidium brenesii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Oncidium calyptostalix Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium drepanopterum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium floribundum Rchb.f. ex Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium hedyosmum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Oncidium tetraskelidion Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium obryzatum dasystalix Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum obryzatoides (Kraenzl.) Dalström & W.E.Higgins [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium obryzatoides 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 obryzatoides has small yellow flowers with brown spots and a white lip. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium obryzatoides is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is best grown in bright, indirect light and prefers temperatures between 65-85°F. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. To propagate by seed, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Oncidium obryzatoides

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

Oncidium obryzatoides FAQ

What is the optimal temperature range for Oncidium obryzatoides?

Oncidium obryzatoides prefers a temperature range of 18-24°C (65-75°F)

What is the optimal humidity range for Oncidium obryzatoides?

Oncidium obryzatoides prefers a humidity range of 50-70%

What type of light does Oncidium obryzatoides need?

Oncidium obryzatoides 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,

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