Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lucis
ID:
818126

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz & Arango

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 19: 29 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817460

Common Names

  • Light Catasetum
  • Lucis Catasetum
  • Light-Spurred Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum lucis (also called 'Light 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 lucis 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 lucis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum lucis 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 lucis

Catasetum lucis is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Catasetum lucis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum lucis?

Catasetum lucis

What is the common name of Catasetum lucis?

Light Catasetum

Where is Catasetum lucis found?

It is found in tropical Central and 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-35529: Based on the initial data import
Pedro Ortiz Valdivieso (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Ortiz' in the authors string.
Gilberto Arango: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arango' in the authors string.