Catasetum cassideum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cassideum
ID:
816996
Status:
valid
Authors:
Linden & Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 2: 171 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816330
Common Names
- Catasetum Cassideum
- Cassideum Catasetum
- Cassideum Catasetum Orchid
Searching for Catasetum cassideum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catasetum cassideum (also called 'Cassideum Catasetum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is typically found in moist forests and along streams. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with alternate, simple leaves and yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Catasetum cassideum is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Catasetum cassideum has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Searching for Catasetum cassideum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Catasetum cassideum is a tropical orchid that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through division of the rhizomes. The divisions should be planted in a potting mix and kept moist until they take root. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Catasetum cassideum
Catasetum cassideum can be found in Brazil and Peru.
Catasetum cassideum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catasetum cassideum?
Catasetum cassideum
What type of plant is Catasetum cassideum?
Orchid
Where does Catasetum cassideum grow?
It is native to tropical 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-35422: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.