Epidendroideae
Oncidium
Oncidium
Bird’s-beak Oncidium
Oncidium sotoanum (2010)
Botanical Description
Formerly known as O. ornithorhynchum, this species produces clouds of small pink-to-purple flowers. It is the primary parent of the famous “Chocolate Orchid” hybrids and has a very sweet, candy-like scent.
Hardiness & Conservation
Hardy Species
Status: Least Concern • Regulation: Appendix II
Scientific Classification
| Subfamily | Epidendroideae |
| Tribe | Cymbidieae |
| Subtribe | Oncidiinae |
| Genus | Oncidium |
Growth & Care
| 📍 Origin | Mexico, C. America |
| 📅 Season | Autumn/Winter |
| 👃 Fragrance | Yes; Vanilla/Berry |
| 🔗 Similar | O. cheirophorum, O. incurvum |