Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cardiostigma
ID:
256438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 2: 91 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255770

Common Names

  • Cardiostigma Oncidium
  • Oncidium cardiostigma
  • Heart-Mark Oncidium

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Description

Oncidium cardiostigma (also called 'Heart-shaped Oncidium', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has long, thin, light green leaves and produces yellow flowers with purple spots. It grows in humid, shady environments, often on tree branches or in mossy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium cardiostigma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a pleasant fragrance and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Oncidium cardiostigma has yellow and white flowers with a long spur. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium cardiostigma is an epiphytic orchid species native to Colombia. It is best grown in a medium that is kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division or by seed. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or summer when it is actively growing.

Where to Find Oncidium cardiostigma

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

Oncidium cardiostigma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium cardiostigma?

Oncidium cardiostigma

What are the common names of Oncidium cardiostigma?

Heart-shaped orchid

What are the uses of Oncidium cardiostigma?

Oncidium cardiostigma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower

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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