Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kingii
ID:
479140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lucksom

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 110: 346 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478472



Common Names

  • Oberonia Kingii
  • Kingii Oberonia
  • Oberonia Kingii Variegata


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Description

Oberonia kingii (also called King's Oberonia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has thin, wiry stems with small, narrow, bright green leaves and small, fragrant, white flowers. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil.

Uses & Benefits

Oberonia kingii is used in traditional medicine for treating skin problems, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as a food source and for its fiber content.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oberonia kingii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oberonia kingii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting and place it in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Oberonia kingii

Oberonia kingii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Peru, and Brazil.

Oberonia kingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oberonia kingii?

Oberonia kingii

What is the common name of Oberonia kingii?

King's Oberonia

What is the natural habitat of Oberonia kingii?

Tropical forests

Species in the Oberonia genus

Oberonia acarus, Oberonia acaulis, Oberonia affinis, Oberonia agamensis, Oberonia agastyamalayana, Oberonia alopecurus, Oberonia anamalayana, Oberonia anguina, Oberonia angustifolia, Oberonia anthropophora, Oberonia aporophylla, Oberonia arcuata, Oberonia arisanensis, Oberonia arunachalensis, Oberonia asperula, Oberonia aurea, Oberonia austro-yunnanensis, Oberonia balakrishnanii, Oberonia bantaengensis, Oberonia batuensis, Oberonia beccarii, Oberonia bellii, Oberonia benguetensis, Oberonia bertoldi, Oberonia bicornis, Oberonia bifida, Oberonia bilobata, Oberonia boerlageana, Oberonia borneensis, Oberonia brachyphylla, Oberonia brachystachys, Oberonia brevispica, Oberonia brunnea, Oberonia brunoniana, Oberonia cardiochila, Oberonia carnosa, Oberonia cathayana, Oberonia caulescens, Oberonia cavaleriei, Oberonia celebica, Oberonia chandrasekharanii, Oberonia ciliolata, Oberonia cirrhifera, Oberonia clarkei, Oberonia claviloba, Oberonia cleistogama, Oberonia complanata, Oberonia cordata, Oberonia costeriana, Oberonia crassilabris,

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-255721: Based on the initial data import
S.Z. Lucksom: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lucksom' in the authors string.