Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
colossus
ID:
817159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 42(2): 118 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816493

Common Names

  • Colossus Catasetum
  • Colossus Catasetum Orchid
  • Colossus Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum colossus (also called Colossus Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia and Venezuela. It has long, thin leaves and large, showy flowers. It is commonly found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum colossus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum colossus is a large, white, cup-shaped flower with six petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum colossus is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be 4-6 inches long and placed in a moist, well-draining medium such as perlite or sand. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted, which can take up to 8 weeks.

Where to Find Catasetum colossus

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

Catasetum colossus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum colossus?

Catasetum colossus

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum colossus?

Rainforests of South America

What are the common uses of Catasetum colossus?

Traditional medicine, ornamental plant

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-35437: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.