Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pupulin, G.Merino & J.Valle) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 120(1297, Suppl.): 16 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332702
Common Names
- Oncidium uncinatum
- Uncinatum Oncidium
- Uncinatum Orchid
Description
Oncidium uncinatum (also called Hooked Oncidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a yellow flower. It is native to Central America and is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Oncidium uncinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oncidium uncinatum is yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and yellow.
Where to Find Oncidium uncinatum
Oncidium uncinatum can be found in Central America, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Oncidium uncinatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oncidium uncinatum?
Oncidium uncinatum
What is the common name of Oncidium uncinatum?
Hook-spur oncidium
Where is Oncidium uncinatum found?
It is found in Central and South America.
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
Gilberto Merino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Merino' in the authors string.
Jhon Valle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Valle' in the authors string.