Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fernandezii
ID:
817390

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Peruviarum t. 411. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816724



Common Names

  • Fernandezii Catasetum
  • Fernandezii Orchid
  • Fernandezii Catasetum Orchid


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Description

Catasetum fernandezii (also called 'Fernandez 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 fernandezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum fernandezii has small yellow flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed per flower. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum fernandezii is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Catasetum fernandezii

Catasetum fernandezii is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia, Cauca, and Valle del Cauca.

Catasetum fernandezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum fernandezii?

Catasetum fernandezii

What is the common name of Catasetum fernandezii?

Fernandez Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum fernandezii?

Native to Brazil

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-35461: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.