Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
koechlinianum
ID:
922843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Collantes & G.Gerlach

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 2(2): 79 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922178



Common Names

  • Oncidium Koechlinianum
  • Koechlin's Oncidium
  • Koechlin's Orchid


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Description

Oncidium koechlinianum (also called 'Koechlin's Oncidium', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has long, narrow, green leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in humid forests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium koechlinianum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oncidium koechlinianum are small and white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium koechlinianum is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season. It should be protected from direct sunlight and kept in temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

Where to Find Oncidium koechlinianum

Oncidium koechlinianum is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-467740: Based on the initial data import
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.
Benjamin Collantes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Collantes' in the authors string.