Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
galeritum
ID:
817511

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 26: 616 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816845

Common Names

  • Catasetum Galeritum
  • Galeritum Catasetum
  • Catasetum Orchid

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Description

Catasetum galeritum (also called Catasetum Galeritum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It has long, fleshy, green leaves and produces fragrant, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid forests and is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum galeritum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has showy flowers and is often used as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum galeritum is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum galeritum is a tropical plant that is native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 3 meters. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Catasetum galeritum

Catasetum galeritum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Catasetum galeritum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum galeritum?

Catasetum galeritum

What is the common name of Catasetum galeritum?

Catasetum galeritum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum galeritum?

Tropical regions of South America

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,

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