Adenoncos
(pronounced: ay-deen-ON-kohs)
Classification
Vandeae subtribe Aeridinae
Overview
Miniature monopodial epiphytes, rooting only at the base of the infrequently branching stems. Leaves alternate, distichous, leathery-rigid, linear-oblong, sometimes bilaterally compressed. Inflorescences axillary, sessile, few-flowered, congested racemes. Flowers cupped, green. Sepals and petals subsimilar, free. Lip unlobed or obscurely three-lobed, rigidly fused to the base of the column, with a single median papillose callus towards the base. Column very short, fleshy; pollinia 4, equal, with a common stipe and viscidium.
Etymology
From the Greek aden, meaning gland, and onkos, meaning mass, referring to the papillose callus.
Distribution
A genus of 15 species ranging from Thailand to New Guinea.
Care and Culture Card
See basic growing conditions and care information below.
Grow plants of Adenoncos mounted on small slabs with a small amount of moisture-retaining medium at the roots. Provide intermediate temperatures, medium light levels, and even watering throughout the year.
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