Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
quadridens
ID:
818727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1901: 149 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818061

Common Names

  • Quadridens Catasetum
  • Four-toothed Catasetum
  • Four-toothed Orchid

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Description

Catasetum quadridens (also called Four-toothed 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 quadridens 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 quadridens 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum quadridens 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 quadridens

Catasetum quadridens can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

Catasetum quadridens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum quadridens?

Catasetum quadridens

What are the common names of Catasetum quadridens?

Four-toothed Catasetum, Four-toothed Catasetum Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum quadridens?

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,

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