Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
finetianum
ID:
817433

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Linden & Cogn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Orchidées 4: 362 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816767

Common Names

  • Catasetum finetianum
  • Finetianum Catasetum
  • Catasetum finetianum

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Description

Catasetum finetianum (also called Finet's 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 finetianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum finetianum 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 finetianum 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 finetianum

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

Catasetum finetianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum finetianum?

Catasetum finetianum

What is the common name of Catasetum finetianum?

Finet's Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum finetianum?

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-35465: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Lucien Linden (1853-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Linden' in the authors string.