Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
arietinum
ID:
816719

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.E.L.Miranda & K.G.Lacerda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bradea 6: 48 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816053

Common Names

  • Arietinum Catasetum
  • Catasetum Arietinum
  • Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum arietinum (also called Ram's Catasetum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum arietinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum arietinum has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum arietinum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and potted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Catasetum arietinum

Catasetum arietinum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Catasetum arietinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum arietinum?

Catasetum arietinum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum arietinum?

It is native to the tropical forests of South America.

What is the growth habit of Catasetum arietinum?

It is an epiphytic orchid with long, arching stems.

Species in the Catasetum genus

Catasetum alatum, Catasetum albuquerquei, Catasetum bifidum, Catasetum carrenhianum, Catasetum caxarariense, Catasetum osakadianum, Catasetum palmeirinhense, Catasetum rigidum, Catasetum seccoi, Catasetum dasilvae, Catasetum perazolianum, Catasetum rectangulare, Catasetum bertioguense, Catasetum dejeaniorum, Catasetum aculeatum, Catasetum adremedium, Catasetum albovirens, Catasetum arietinum, Catasetum aripuanense, Catasetum ariquemense, Catasetum atratum, Catasetum barbatum, Catasetum bergoldianum, Catasetum bicallosum, Catasetum bicolor, Catasetum blackii, Catasetum blepharochilum, Catasetum boyi, Catasetum brichtae, Catasetum callosum, Catasetum carolinianum, Catasetum carunculatum, Catasetum cassideum, Catasetum caucanum, Catasetum cernuum, Catasetum charlesworthii, Catasetum cirrhaeoides, Catasetum cochabambanum, Catasetum collare, Catasetum colossus, Catasetum complanatum, Catasetum confusum, Catasetum coniforme, Catasetum costatum, Catasetum cotylicheilum, Catasetum cristatum, Catasetum cucullatum, Catasetum decipiens, Catasetum deltoideum, Catasetum denticulatum,

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-35397: Based on the initial data import
Francisco E.L.de Miranda (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.E.L.Miranda' in the authors string.
Kleber Garcia de Lacerda (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.G.Lacerda' in the authors string.