Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
anthocrene
ID:
256337

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 41: 102 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255669

Common Names

  • Anthocrene Oncidium
  • Oncidium anthocrene
  • Flower-Spray Oncidium

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Synonyms

  • Oncidium powellii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Cyrtochilum anthocrene Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Oncidium anthocrene (also called 'Anthocrene Oncidium' and 'Anthocrene Tiger-tail', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is found in cloud forests, growing as an epiphyte on trees and shrubs. It has long, thin, green leaves and yellow and brown flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium anthocrene is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncidium anthocrene is yellow with a white lip and a yellow column. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium anthocrene is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is a relatively easy orchid to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Oncidium anthocrene

Oncidium anthocrene can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Oncidium anthocrene FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium anthocrene?

Oncidium anthocrene

What is the common name of Oncidium anthocrene?

Anthocrene Oncidium

What type of environment does Oncidium anthocrene prefer?

Oncidium anthocrene prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Species in the Oncidium genus

Oncidium abortivum, Oncidium abruptum, Oncidium acinaceum, Oncidium adelaidae, Oncidium altissimum, Oncidium amabile, Oncidium amoenum, Oncidium andradeanum, Oncidium angustisegmentum, Oncidium ansiferum, Oncidium anthocrene, Oncidium antioquiense, Oncidium ariasii, Oncidium aurarium, Oncidium ayabacanum, Oncidium baccatum, Oncidium baueri, Oncidium bennettii, Oncidium boothianum, Oncidium brachyandrum, Oncidium bracteatum, Oncidium braunii, Oncidium brevilabrum, Oncidium bryocladium, Oncidium bryolophotum, Oncidium cajamarcae, Oncidium calanthum, Oncidium caminiophorum, Oncidium candelabrum, Oncidium cardiostigma, Oncidium cariniferum, Oncidium caucanum, Oncidium cheirophorum, Oncidium chrysomorphum, Oncidium cirrhosum, Oncidium citrinum, Oncidium constrictum, Oncidium cristatellum, Oncidium cristatum, Oncidium cruciferum, Oncidium cultratum, Oncidium dactyliferum, Oncidium dactylopterum, Oncidium decorum, Oncidium deltoideum, Oncidium dichromaticum, Oncidium discobulbon, Oncidium echinops, Oncidium endocharis, Oncidium ensatum,

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,

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