Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
vinaceum
ID:
819545

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hoehne) Hoehne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brasílica 5(12; 6): 102 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818879

Common Names

  • Vinaceum Catasetum
  • Catasetum vinaceum
  • Vinaceum Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum vinaceum (also called Wine-colored Catasetum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It is a terrestrial orchid with large, fleshy leaves and fragrant, wine-colored flowers. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum vinaceum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum vinaceum is yellowish-green, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, erect, oval leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum vinaceum is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It prefers a well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter, and should be kept moist but not soggy. It can be propagated by division or by seed, and should be planted in a bright, humid location. It is also important to provide adequate air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.

Where to Find Catasetum vinaceum

Catasetum vinaceum can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

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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