Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
regnellii
ID:
818759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barb.Rodr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Gen. Spec. Orchid. 2: 219 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818093

Common Names

  • Catasetum Regnellii
  • Regnell's Catasetum
  • Regnell Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum regnellii (also called Regnell's Catasetum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and large, leathery leaves. It grows in wet, lowland forests and is tolerant of shade and humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum regnellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It is also used for firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum regnellii is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum regnellii is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees or rocks. It has long, thin leaves and produces fragrant, yellow-green flowers in the summer. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can be grown in bright, indirect light. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Catasetum regnellii

Catasetum regnellii is native to Central and South America and can be found in the wild in parts of Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Catasetum regnellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum regnellii?

Catasetum regnellii

What is the common name of Catasetum regnellii?

Regnell's Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum regnellii?

It is native to the tropical regions 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-35591: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.