Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
charlesworthii
ID:
839670

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.J.Veitch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 45: 348 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000839005

Common Names

  • Charlesworth's Oncidium
  • Charlesworth's Orchid
  • Oncidium

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Description

Oncidium charlesworthii (also called Charlesworth's Oncidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats, such as wet meadows, marshes, and stream banks. It has a tufted habit, and its leaves are long and narrow, with a sharp tip.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium charlesworthii is a popular houseplant that is known for its air-purifying properties and its ability to thrive in low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oncidium charlesworthii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium charlesworthii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Division can also be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Oncidium charlesworthii

Oncidium charlesworthii can be found in tropical rainforests in Central America and Mexico.

Oncidium charlesworthii FAQ

What type of soil is best for Oncidium charlesworthii?

Oncidium charlesworthii prefers a well-draining soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0.

How much light does Oncidium charlesworthii need?

Oncidium charlesworthii needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Oncidium charlesworthii be watered?

Oncidium charlesworthii should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-376338: Based on the initial data import
Harry Veitch (1840-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Veitch' in the authors string.