Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mojuense
ID:
818333

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.T.Oliveira & J.B.F.Silva

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense "Emilio Goeldi" 14: 110 (1998 publ. 1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817667

Common Names

  • Catasetum mojuense
  • Mojuense Catasetum
  • Yellow Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum mojuense (also called Moju 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 mojuense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum mojuense 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 mojuense 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 mojuense

Catasetum mojuense can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Catasetum mojuense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum mojuense?

Catasetum mojuense

What type of plant is Catasetum mojuense?

Catasetum mojuense is an epiphytic orchid species.

Where is Catasetum mojuense native to?

Catasetum mojuense is native to Brazil.

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-35548: 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.
Alvadir T. Oliveira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.T.Oliveira' in the authors string.