Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 200 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255702
Common Names
- Baueri Oncidium
- Oncidium baueri
- Bauer's Oncidium
Synonyms
- Oncidium advena Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Oncidium altissimum Lindl. [illegitimate]
- Oncidium bicameratum Rchb.f. ex Kraenzl. [unknown]
- Oncidium bolivianum Schltr. [unknown]
- Oncidium buchtienii Schltr. [unknown]
- Oncidium hannelorae Nir [unknown]
- Oncidium hebraicum Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Oncidium kappleri Rchb.f. ex Lindl. [unknown]
- Oncidium multiflorum hort. ex Soysa [unknown]
- Oncidium peliogramma Linden & Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Oncidium pentecostale Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Oncidium platyglossum Rchb.f. ex Linden [unknown]
- Oncidium schmidtianum Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Oncidium altissimum baueri (Lindl.) Stein [unknown]
- Vitekorchis buchtienii (Schltr.) Romowicz & Szlach. [unknown]
- Epidendrum floridum Vell. [unknown]
Description
Oncidium baueri (also called 'Bauer's Oncidium' and 'Bauer's 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 baueri 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 baueri 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oncidium baueri is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical forests of Colombia. It is a fairly easy to grow orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced orchid fertilizer.
Where to Find Oncidium baueri
Oncidium baueri can be found in Colombia.
Oncidium baueri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oncidium baueri?
Oncidium baueri
What is the common name of Oncidium baueri?
Bauer's Oncidium
What type of environment does Oncidium baueri prefer?
Oncidium baueri 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,