Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
auroincarum
ID:
1326214

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dalström & Ruíz Pérez) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122(1305, Suppl.): 17 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338668

Common Names

  • Oncidium auroincarum
  • Auroincarum Oncidium
  • Oncidium's Auroincarum

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Description

Oncidium auroincarum (also called 'Golden Oncidium', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is characterized by its yellow-green leaves and yellow flowers with purple stripes. It grows in humid, shady areas, such as rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium auroincarum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncidium auroincarum is yellow and has a waxy texture. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium auroincarum is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of bark.

Where to Find Oncidium auroincarum

Oncidium auroincarum is native to Peru and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Oncidium auroincarum FAQ

What are the common names of Oncidium auroincarum?

Auric Oncidium

What type of soil does Oncidium auroincarum prefer?

Oncidium auroincarum prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sunlight does Oncidium auroincarum need?

Oncidium auroincarum needs full sun to partial shade.

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,

References

Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
Saúl Ruíz Pérez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruíz Pérez' in the authors string.