Catasetum pusillum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pusillum
ID:
818705
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Schweinf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 12: 100 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818039
Common Names
- Pusillum Catasetum
- Dwarf Catasetum
- Dwarf Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catasetum pusillum (also called Dwarf Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with large, showy flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Catasetum pusillum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make perfumes and medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Catasetum pusillum is yellow-green and has a long, curved spur. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Catasetum pusillum is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers partial shade and should be grown in a well-draining, acidic soil. It should be watered regularly. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Catasetum pusillum
Catasetum pusillum can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.
Catasetum pusillum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catasetum pusillum?
Catasetum pusillum
What are the common names of Catasetum pusillum?
Small Catasetum, Small Catasetum Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Catasetum pusillum?
It is native to the rainforests of Central and South America, and is often found growing on trees or rocks.
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-35586: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.