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Sword Ornithocephalus
Ornithocephalus gladiatus
Miniature member of the Oncidiinae found in Ecuador and Peru from 500-1200 m. Forms fan-shaped leaves and produces sprays of tiny white to pale green, bird-like flowers. Prefers warm-intermediate temperatures, high humidity, good airflow and medium light.
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At a glance
- Plant type
- orchid
- Size
- mini 4–8cm
- Light
- Indirect
- Humidity
- 70%–95%
Native context
Where it belongs
- Countries
- Ecuador, Peru
- Ecosystems
- Rainforest, Wet forest
- Elevation
- Lowland (0–500 m), Submontane (500–1,000 m)
- Flowering
- Spring
About this plant
Miniature member of the Oncidiinae found in Ecuador and Peru from 500-1200 m. Forms fan-shaped leaves and produces sprays of tiny white to pale green, bird-like flowers. Prefers warm-intermediate temperatures, high humidity, good airflow and medium light.
Stable BJURNY record: tx_c2abce87193d47d1b528