Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
setigera
ID:
253669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 7: 10 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253001



Common Names

  • Setigera Oberonia
  • Oberonia Setigera
  • Setigera Fairy Orchid


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Description

Oberonia setigera (also called 'Bristly Oberonia', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is a small epiphytic orchid with short, creeping rhizomes and thin, wiry roots. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, usually on the trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Oberonia setigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oberonia setigera is a terrestrial orchid species native to the tropical forests of India. It is a small, evergreen plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Oberonia setigera

Oberonia setigera can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Oberonia setigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oberonia setigera?

Oberonia setigera

What is the common name of Oberonia setigera?

Setigera Oberonia

What is the natural habitat of Oberonia setigera?

Oberonia setigera is found in tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

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-136593: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.