Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cochabambanum
ID:
817127

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson & R.Vásquez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. , ser. 2, 3: t. 207 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816461

Common Names

  • Catasetum Cochabambanum
  • Cochabamban Catasetum
  • Cochabamban Catasetum Tree

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Description

Catasetum cochabambanum (also called Cochabamba Catasetum, among many other common names) is a shrub-like perennial plant native to Central and South America. It has bright green foliage and small, white flowers. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate some drought.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum cochabambanum 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 cochabambanum 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 cochabambanum is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be kept moist until they are established. Division should be done in the spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Catasetum cochabambanum

Catasetum cochabambanum is native to Central and South America, and can be found in moist tropical forests.

Catasetum cochabambanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum cochabambanum?

Catasetum cochabambanum

What are the common names of Catasetum cochabambanum?

Cochabamba Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum cochabambanum?

Tropical forests of Bolivia

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-35434: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.