Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
orthostatoides
ID:
257016

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 46: 251 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256348

Common Names

  • Oncidium orthostatoides
  • Orthostatoides Oncidium
  • Oncidium orthostatoides

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Description

Oncidium orthostatoides (also called Oncidium orthostatoides, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Ecuador and Peru. 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 orthostatoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It has also been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oncidium orthostatoides 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 orthostatoides 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 orthostatoides

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

Oncidium orthostatoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium orthostatoides?

Oncidium orthostatoides

What is the common name of Oncidium orthostatoides?

Forked Oncidium

What is the natural habitat of Oncidium orthostatoides?

Tropical forests of Central and 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-139750: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.