Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oscarii
ID:
809016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Archila

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 27: 147 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808350



Common Names

  • Coryanthes oscarii
  • Oscar's Bucket Orchid
  • Bucket Orchid


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Description

Coryanthes oscarii (also called Oscar's Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Oncidiinae subfamily. It is a small epiphytic orchid, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Brazil, and is found in humid tropical forests. It is also found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Coryanthes oscarii is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has been used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coryanthes oscarii has large, white, fragrant flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a black, round, hard capsule. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coryanthes oscarii is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is a warm-growing epiphyte that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or perlite. Propagation is done through division or by seed.

Where to Find Coryanthes oscarii

Coryanthes oscarii is native to Colombia.

Coryanthes oscarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coryanthes oscarii?

Coryanthes oscarii

What is the common name of Coryanthes oscarii?

Oscar's Coryanthes

What is the natural habitat of Coryanthes oscarii?

Tropical forests

Species in the Coryanthes genus

Coryanthes dasilvae, Coryanthes kaiseriana, Coryanthes maduroana, Coryanthes minima, Coryanthes gerlachiana, Coryanthes lagunae, Coryanthes villegasiana, Coryanthes angelantha, Coryanthes gustavo-romeroi, Coryanthes javieri, Coryanthes melissae, Coryanthes oscarii, Coryanthes pacaraimensis, Coryanthes recurvata, Coryanthes selbyana, Coryanthes wenzeliana, Coryanthes mystax, Coryanthes lachuensis, Coryanthes jorgemarioi, Coryanthes velizii, Coryanthes oscarrodrigoi, Coryanthes albertinae, Coryanthes alborosea, Coryanthes bergoldii, Coryanthes bicalcarata, Coryanthes boyi, Coryanthes bruchmuelleri, Coryanthes cataniapoensis, Coryanthes cavalcantei, Coryanthes elegantium, Coryanthes elianae, Coryanthes feildingii, Coryanthes flava, Coryanthes gernotii, Coryanthes gomezii, Coryanthes horichiana, Coryanthes hunteriana, Coryanthes leferenziorum, Coryanthes leucocorys, Coryanthes macrantha, Coryanthes macrocorys, Coryanthes maculata, Coryanthes mastersiana, Coryanthes misasii, Coryanthes miuaensis, Coryanthes panamensis, Coryanthes pegiae, Coryanthes picturata, Coryanthes seegeri, Coryanthes senghasiana,

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-346577: Based on the initial data import
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.