Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mentosum
ID:
818249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Jard. Fleur. 3(Misc.): 65 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817583

Common Names

  • Catasetum mentosum
  • Mentos Catasetum
  • Yellow Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum mentosum (also called Mentose Catasetum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum mentosum 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 mentosum has large, showy flowers with six petals and six sepals. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small and green, with a pointed shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum mentosum 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 mentosum

Catasetum mentosum is native to Central and South America.

Catasetum mentosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum mentosum?

Catasetum mentosum

What is the common name of Catasetum mentosum?

Mentos Catasetum

Where is Catasetum mentosum 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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