Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
planiceps
ID:
818584

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29: t. 9 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817918

Common Names

  • Catasetum planiceps
  • Planiceps Catasetum
  • Catasetum Planiceps

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Description

Catasetum planiceps (also called flat-headed catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical South America. It typically grows to a height of 30-50 cm and has long, narrow leaves. The flowers are yellow-green and fragrant, and the fruits are small, round, and red. It is found in moist, lowland forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum planiceps is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for some animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum planiceps is yellow-green with a white lip and a long spur. The seed is round and brown. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum planiceps is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Catasetum planiceps

Catasetum planiceps is found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Catasetum planiceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum planiceps?

Catasetum planiceps

What is the common name of Catasetum planiceps?

Flat-headed Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum planiceps?

It is native to the tropical forests 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-35575: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.