Taxon

Oncidium incurvum

 
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Oncidium incurvum - The Bent Oncidium
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Common name: The Bent Oncidium
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Distribution: Mexico (Veracruz to Chiapas)
Habitat: Evergreen cloud forests, upper mountain rainforests; 4265-7050ft (1300-2150m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): Year round; peaks from July to November
Bloom characteristics: Erect to arching inflorescence is 3-5 feet (.9-1.5 meters) long with 35-80 purple and white flowers. Flowers are 1-1.5" (2.5-3.8 cm) across.
Fragrance: Fragrant (weakly)
Description: This small to medium sized orchid takes its name from the inward curve of its flowers’ petals when it first blooms. The petals tend to straighten out to a typical position over time.
Links: Biodiversity Heritage Library • Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families

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