Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
deltoideum
ID:
817297

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Mutel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Roy. Centr. Agric. Dépt. N. 1835-1836: 91 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816631

Common Names

  • Catasetum deltoideum
  • Deltoid Catasetum
  • Deltoid Orchid

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Description

Catasetum deltoideum (also called Delta Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical South America. It has yellow-green flowers and grows in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum deltoideum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum deltoideum has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum deltoideum is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, organic potting mix. It should be kept moist but not wet and should be fertilized regularly. It is best to keep the plant in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Catasetum deltoideum

Catasetum deltoideum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Catasetum deltoideum FAQ

What are the light requirements of Catasetum deltoideum?

Catasetum deltoideum prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil does Catasetum deltoideum prefer?

Catasetum deltoideum prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Catasetum deltoideum be watered?

Catasetum deltoideum should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.

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-35451: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Pierre Auguste Victor Mutel (1795-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mutel' in the authors string.