Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
maranhense
ID:
818193

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.G.Lacerda & J.B.F.Silva

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Bradea 8: 69 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817527

Common Names

  • Maranhao Catasetum
  • Maranhense Catasetum
  • Maranhao-Spurred Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum maranhense (also called 'Maranhão Catasetum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It has long, thin, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid tropical forests and is often found growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum maranhense is a popular ornamental plant and is often used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum maranhense has large, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum maranhense is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in bright light with temperatures ranging from 18-25°C (64-77°F). The soil should be kept moist but not soggy and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Catasetum maranhense

Catasetum maranhense can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Catasetum maranhense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum maranhense?

Catasetum maranhense

What is the family of Catasetum maranhense?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Catasetum maranhense?

Maranhão 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-35535: Based on the initial data import
João Batista Fernándes da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.F.Silva' in the authors string.
Kleber Garcia de Lacerda (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.G.Lacerda' in the authors string.