Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
reichenbachianum
ID:
818769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mansf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 28: 95 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818103

Common Names

  • Catasetum Reichenbachianum
  • Reichenbach's Catasetum
  • Reichenbachianum Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum reichenbachianum (also called Reichenbach'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 reichenbachianum 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 reichenbachianum 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 reichenbachianum 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 reichenbachianum

Catasetum reichenbachianum 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 reichenbachianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum reichenbachianum?

Catasetum reichenbachianum

What is the common name of Catasetum reichenbachianum?

Reichenbach's Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum reichenbachianum?

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-35592: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.