Catasetum alatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alatum
ID:
353544
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.F.F.Silva & A.T.Oliveira
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense "Emilio Goeldi" 17: 363 (2001 publ. 2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000352876
Common Names
- Catasetum alatum
- Winged Catasetum
- Alate Catasetum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catasetum alatum (also called Winged Catasetum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in the mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Catasetum alatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Catasetum alatum has yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Catasetum alatum is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical regions. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12 and prefers bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or seed. It should be planted in a well-draining orchid mix and watered regularly.
Where to Find Catasetum alatum
Catasetum alatum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas.
Catasetum alatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catasetum alatum?
Catasetum alatum
What type of plant is Catasetum alatum?
It is a species of orchid.
Where is Catasetum alatum found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and 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-232395: Based on the initial data import
M.F.F. Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.F.Silva' in the authors string.
Alvadir T. Oliveira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.T.Oliveira' in the authors string.