Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
meeae
ID:
818237

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pabst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Orquídea (Rio de Janeiro) 29: 64 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817571

Common Names

  • Catasetum meeae
  • Meea Catasetum
  • Meea Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum meeae (also called 'Mee's Catasetum' and 'Mee's Catasetum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its large, showy flowers, which are usually yellow in colour and can reach up to 10 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum meeae 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 meeae 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 meeae is a terrestrial orchid native to Brazil. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed. It prefers a well-drained soil mix and bright light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several pieces, each with a few roots attached. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Catasetum meeae

Catasetum meeae is native to Central and South America.

Catasetum meeae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum meeae?

Catasetum meeae

What is the common name of Catasetum meeae?

Mee's Catasetum

Where is Catasetum meeae 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,

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