Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
boyi
ID:
816863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mansf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 28: 94 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816197



Common Names

  • Catasetum boyi
  • Boy's Catasetum
  • Catasetum


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Description

Catasetum boyi (also called Boy's Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is a low-growing plant, typically reaching heights of up to 6 inches, with small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum boyi is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a houseplant, and its fragrant flowers make it a great choice for attracting birds and other wildlife. It can also be used as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum boyi is a white or yellowish-white, 5-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum boyi is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or summer. Carefully dig up the plant and divide the roots into smaller clumps. Place the divisions in a pot filled with a mixture of sand and peat moss and keep them moist. The divisions should take root in about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Catasetum boyi

Catasetum boyi can be 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-35410: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.