Ornithocephalus aristatus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aristatus
ID:
810077
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pupulin & Dressler
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 58: 314 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809411
Common Names
- Ornithocephalus aristatus
- Aristatus Ornithocephalus
- Aristatus Bird Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ornithocephalus aristatus (also called Aristate Ornithocephalus, among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single leaf. It is native to South America, and is found growing in dry, grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ornithocephalus aristatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ornithocephalus aristatus is a yellow-green color, and is shaped like a funnel. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed, and the seedlings are small, green, and have two stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ornithocephalus aristatus is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a well-drained, bark-based potting mix. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy compost and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). Germination usually takes place within 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Ornithocephalus aristatus
Ornithocephalus aristatus is native to Central and South America and can be found in the wild in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Ornithocephalus aristatus FAQ
What is the common name of Ornithocephalus aristatus?
Aristate Bird Orchid
What is the native range of Ornithocephalus aristatus?
South America
What is the flowering period of Ornithocephalus aristatus?
April to June
Species in the Ornithocephalus genus
Ornithocephalus aurorae, Ornithocephalus bicornis, Ornithocephalus biloborostratus, Ornithocephalus brachyceras, Ornithocephalus brachystachys, Ornithocephalus bryostachys, Ornithocephalus castelfrancoi, Ornithocephalus caveroi, Ornithocephalus ciliatus, Ornithocephalus cochleariformis, Ornithocephalus cryptanthus, Ornithocephalus cujetifolia, Ornithocephalus dalstroemii, Ornithocephalus dodsonii, Ornithocephalus dolabratus, Ornithocephalus dressleri, Ornithocephalus ecuadorensis, Ornithocephalus escobarianus, Ornithocephalus estradae, Ornithocephalus falcatus, Ornithocephalus garayi, Ornithocephalus gladiatus, Ornithocephalus grex-anserinus, Ornithocephalus hoppii, Ornithocephalus inflexus, Ornithocephalus iridifolius, Ornithocephalus kalbreyerianus, Ornithocephalus lankesteri, Ornithocephalus lehmannii, Ornithocephalus longilabris, Ornithocephalus manabina, Ornithocephalus micranthus, Ornithocephalus minimiflorus, Ornithocephalus myrticola, Ornithocephalus numenius, Ornithocephalus obergiae, Ornithocephalus oberonioides, Ornithocephalus patentilobus, Ornithocephalus polyodon, Ornithocephalus powellii, Ornithocephalus suarezii, Ornithocephalus torresii, Ornithocephalus tripterus, Ornithocephalus tsubotae, Ornithocephalus urceilabris, Ornithocephalus valerioi, Ornithocephalus vasquezii, Ornithocephalus montealegreae, Ornithocephalus zamoranus, Ornithocephalus aristatus,
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-347650: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.