Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cucullatum
ID:
817271

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.F.F.da Silva & A.T.Oliveira

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense Emilio Goeldi, N.S., Bot. 14(1): 64. 1999 [1998 publ. 1999]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816605



Common Names

  • Catasetum cucullatum
  • Hooded Catasetum
  • Hooded Orchid


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Description

Catasetum cucullatum (also called Hooded Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical South America. It has yellow-green flowers and grows in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum cucullatum is a tropical orchid that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum cucullatum has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum cucullatum is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, organic potting mix. It should be kept moist but not wet and should be fertilized regularly. It is best to keep the plant in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Catasetum cucullatum

Catasetum cucullatum is native to Central and South America and is found in lowland rainforests.

Catasetum cucullatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum cucullatum?

Catasetum cucullatum

What is the common name of Catasetum cucullatum?

Hooded Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum cucullatum?

It is native to the tropical forests 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-35448: Based on the initial data import
Alvadir T. Oliveira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.T.Oliveira' in the authors string.