Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fimbriatum
ID:
817422

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl. & Paxton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Paxton's Fl. Gard. 1: 124 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816756

Common Names

  • Catasetum fimbriatum
  • Fimbriatum Catasetum
  • Catasetum fimbriatum

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Description

Catasetum fimbriatum (also called Fringed Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and produces fragrant, yellow-green flowers with fringed petals. It typically grows in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum fimbriatum is yellow and tubular, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum fimbriatum is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division. It should be planted in a well-drained potting mix in a shady spot. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Catasetum fimbriatum

Catasetum fimbriatum is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia, Cauca, and Valle del Cauca.

Catasetum fimbriatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum fimbriatum?

Catasetum fimbriatum

What is the common name of Catasetum fimbriatum?

Fringed Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum fimbriatum?

Native to Brazil

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-35464: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Joseph Paxton (1803-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paxton' in the authors string.