Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pohlianum
ID:
818617

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.P.Castro & Campacci

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bol. CAOB 5(1): 26 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817951

Common Names

  • Catasetum pohlianum
  • Pohlianum Catasetum
  • Catasetum Pohlianum

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Description

Catasetum pohlianum (also called Pohl's Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and produces fragrant, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum pohlianum is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its flowers are attractive and fragrant. The wood of the tree is also used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum pohlianum is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum pohlianum is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It should be watered regularly but allowed to dry out between waterings. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Catasetum pohlianum

Catasetum pohlianum is native to Central and South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Catasetum pohlianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum pohlianum?

Catasetum pohlianum

What is the common name of Catasetum pohlianum?

Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum pohlianum?

Tropical rainforest

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-35578: Based on the initial data import
Vitorino Paiva Castro (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.P.Castro' in the authors string.
Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.