Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
wattianum
ID:
1325184

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 121(1304, Suppl.): 77 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337638

Common Names

  • Oncidium Wattianum
  • Wattianum Orchid
  • Wattianum Oncidium

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Description

Oncidium wattianum (also called Watt's Oncidium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium wattianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oncidium wattianum has yellow, star-shaped flowers with red centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium wattianum is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Oncidium wattianum

Oncidium wattianum can be found in Mexico.

Oncidium wattianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium wattianum?

Oncidium wattianum

What are the common names of Oncidium wattianum?

Watt's Oncidium

What is the natural habitat of Oncidium wattianum?

Oncidium wattianum is found in the 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

Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.