Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cirrhaeoides
ID:
817084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoehne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Relat. Commiss. Linhas Telegr. Estratég. Matto Grosso Amazonas 5: 52 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816418

Common Names

  • Catasetum Cirrhaeoides
  • Cirrhaeoides Catasetum
  • Cirrhaeoides Catasetum Tree

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Description

Catasetum cirrhaeoides (also called Cirrhaeoides Catasetum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. It is found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum cirrhaeoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum cirrhaeoides is yellow with a red center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum cirrhaeoides is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and the plant should be fertilized regularly during the growing season. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Catasetum cirrhaeoides

Catasetum cirrhaeoides is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Catasetum cirrhaeoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum cirrhaeoides?

Catasetum cirrhaeoides

What type of plant is Catasetum cirrhaeoides?

Epiphytic orchid

What is the hardiness zone of Catasetum cirrhaeoides?

10-12

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,

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