Catasetum pendulum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pendulum
ID:
818540
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 41: 183 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817874
Common Names
- Catasetum pendulum
- Pendulum Catasetum
- Pendulum's Catasetum
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Catasetum pendulum (also called 'Pendulous 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 pendulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Catasetum pendulum are yellow, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
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Catasetum pendulum can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. It requires a well-drained medium, high humidity, and bright light. It should be grown in a warm climate and should be protected from frost.
Where to Find Catasetum pendulum
Catasetum pendulum is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, dry forests, and savannas.
Catasetum pendulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catasetum pendulum?
Catasetum pendulum
What type of plant is Catasetum pendulum?
Catasetum pendulum is an epiphytic orchid species.
Where is Catasetum pendulum native to?
Catasetum pendulum is native to 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-35570: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.