Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
garnetianum
ID:
817532

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 4: 692 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816866

Common Names

  • Garnetianum Catasetum
  • Catasetum Garnetianum
  • Catasetum Garnetianum

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Description

Catasetum garnetianum (also called Garnet'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 garnetianum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum garnetianum has large, yellow flowers with a diameter of about 6 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and are about 3 cm tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum garnetianum 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 garnetianum

Catasetum garnetianum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Catasetum garnetianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum garnetianum?

Catasetum garnetianum

What is the common name of Catasetum garnetianum?

Catasetum garnetianum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum garnetianum?

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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