Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
charlesworthii
ID:
817040

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mansf.) Jenny

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Caesiana 11: 37 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816374

Common Names

  • Catasetum charlesworthii
  • Charlesworth's Catasetum
  • Charlesworth's Orchid

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Description

Catasetum charlesworthii (also called Charlesworth's Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid with long, thin leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid forests and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum charlesworthii is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has fragrant yellow flowers and is drought tolerant. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum charlesworthii has yellow-green flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are about 1 cm long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum charlesworthii is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by division. It is also possible to propagate by seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings may not be true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Catasetum charlesworthii

Catasetum charlesworthii can be found in Brazil and Peru.

Catasetum charlesworthii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum charlesworthii?

Catasetum charlesworthii

What is the common name of Catasetum charlesworthii?

Charlesworth's Catasetum

What is the family of Catasetum charlesworthii?

Orchidaceae

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-35426: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.
Rudolph Jenny (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenny' in the authors string.