Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lanciferum
ID:
817991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27: t. 5 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817325

Common Names

  • Catasetum Lanciferum
  • Lanciferum Catasetum
  • Lanciferum's Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum lanciferum (also called Lance-leaved catasetum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum lanciferum is used in traditional medicine to treat diabetes, hypertension, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its wood, which is used for furniture and other woodworking projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum lanciferum has small, yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum lanciferum is a species of orchid native to South America. It can be propagated by division or tissue culture. It prefers warm temperatures and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-drained potting medium and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Catasetum lanciferum

Catasetum lanciferum is native to South America and can be found in parts of Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Catasetum lanciferum FAQ

What is the common name of Catasetum lanciferum?

Lance-bearing catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum lanciferum?

It is native to Central and South America

What are the uses of Catasetum lanciferum?

It is used as an ornamental plant

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-35516: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.