Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mesquitae
ID:
1334175

Status:
valid

Authors:
U.L.C.Ferreira

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Orquidário 30: 37 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346629

Common Names

  • Mesquitae Catasetum
  • Catasetum
  • Catasetum Mesquitae

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Description

Catasetum mesquitae (also called Mesquite Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and large, yellow-green flowers. It grows in grassland, savanna, and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum mesquitae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum mesquitae has yellow-green flowers with a pleasant scent. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum mesquitae is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division in spring or summer. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but may require more frequent watering in hot climates. It can also be propagated from seed, though it may take several years for the plants to reach maturity.

Where to Find Catasetum mesquitae

Catasetum mesquitae is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Catasetum mesquitae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum mesquitae?

Catasetum mesquitae

What are the common names of Catasetum mesquitae?

Mesquite Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum mesquitae?

Tropical and subtropical regions of 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

Ulisses L. C. Ferreira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.L.C.Ferreira' in the authors string.