Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
jarae
ID:
817869

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson & D.E.Benn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. , ser. 2, 1: t. 17 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817203

Common Names

  • Jarae Catasetum
  • Jarae Orchid
  • Jarae Cattleya

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Description

Catasetum jarae (also called Jara Catasetum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Amazon region of South America. It is found in moist to wet forests, often along rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum jarae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its showy flowers are often used as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Catasetum jarae are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum jarae is a tropical epiphytic orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-drained, bark-based potting mix. Propagation can be done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Catasetum jarae

Catasetum jarae can be found in Peru and Ecuador.

Catasetum jarae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum jarae?

Catasetum jarae

What is the family of Catasetum jarae?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Catasetum jarae?

Jarae Catasetum

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-35505: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.