Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pentadactylon
ID:
257059

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. 15: 383 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256391

Common Names

  • Finger Orchid
  • Five-fingered Oncidium
  • Pentadactylon Oncidium

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Synonyms

  • Oncidium aspecum Königer [unknown]
  • Oncidium millei Schltr. [unknown]
  • Heteranthocidium pentadactylon (Lindl.) Szlach., Mytnik & Romowicz [unknown]
  • Heteranthocidium aspecum (Königer) Szlach. & Kolan. [unknown]
  • Heteranthocidium millei (Schltr.) Szlach. & Kolan. [unknown]

Description

Oncidium pentadactylon (also called Butterfly Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid with tall, thin stems and yellow-green flowers. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela and grows in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium pentadactylon 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 pentadactylon has yellow flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium pentadactylon 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 pentadactylon

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

Oncidium pentadactylon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium pentadactylon?

Oncidium pentadactylon

What is the common name of Oncidium pentadactylon?

Five-fingered Oncidium

What is the natural habitat of Oncidium pentadactylon?

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-139790: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.