Status:
valid
Authors:
Foldats
Source:
wcs
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 3: 318 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816141
Common Names
- Catasetum bergoldianum
- Bergold's Catasetum
- Bergold's Orchid
Description
Catasetum bergoldianum (also called Bergold's Catasetum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Catasetum bergoldianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Catasetum bergoldianum is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Catasetum bergoldianum is a tropical orchid that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through division of the rhizomes. The divisions should be planted in a potting mix and kept moist until they take root. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Catasetum bergoldianum
Catasetum bergoldianum is native to Central and South America.
Catasetum bergoldianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catasetum bergoldianum?
Catasetum bergoldianum
What is the common name of Catasetum bergoldianum?
Bergold's Catasetum
What is the habitat of Catasetum bergoldianum?
It is found in tropical rainforests in South America
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,