Catasetum longipes - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipes
ID:
818104
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.E.L.Miranda & K.G.Lacerda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Bradea 6: 123 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817438
Common Names
- Long-Stemmed Catasetum
- Longipes Catasetum
- Long-Spurred Catasetum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catasetum longipes (also called 'Long-Stalked Catasetum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and large, showy flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Catasetum longipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used to make perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Catasetum longipes is a yellow, fragrant flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a light green color.
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Catasetum longipes is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, humid location. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, humid location. Water regularly until the plants are established.
Where to Find Catasetum longipes
Catasetum longipes is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Catasetum longipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catasetum longipes?
Catasetum longipes
What is the common name of Catasetum longipes?
Long-footed Catasetum
What is the natural habitat of Catasetum longipes?
It is found in tropical rainforests.
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-35527: Based on the initial data import
Francisco E.L.de Miranda (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.E.L.Miranda' in the authors string.
Kleber Garcia de Lacerda (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.G.Lacerda' in the authors string.