Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
laeta
ID:
253493

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 9: 41 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252825



Common Names

  • Laeta Oberonia
  • Laeta's Oberonia
  • Laeta Oberonia


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Description

Oberonia laeta (also called Laeta Oberonia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical rainforests of India, China, Thailand, and Vietnam. It has a single, thin, upright stem with a few leaves and many small, white flowers with yellow lips. It grows on trees and rocks in humid, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oberonia laeta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long blooming period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oberonia laeta is small and yellow. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oberonia laeta is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Oberonia laeta

Oberonia laeta is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Oberonia laeta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oberonia laeta?

Oberonia laeta

What is the natural habitat of Oberonia laeta?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

What is the flowering season of Oberonia laeta?

It flowers from April to June.

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,

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