Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fuchsii
ID:
817466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson & R.Vásquez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. 6: t. 513 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816800



Common Names

  • Catasetum Fuchsii
  • Fuchsii Catasetum
  • Catasetum Orchid


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Description

Catasetum fuchsii (also called Catasetum Fuchsii, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It has long, fleshy, green leaves and produces fragrant, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid forests and is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum fuchsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum fuchsii has large, yellow flowers with a diameter of about 6 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and are about 3 cm tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum fuchsii is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division. It should be planted in a well-drained potting mix in a shady spot. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Catasetum fuchsii

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

Catasetum fuchsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum fuchsii?

Catasetum fuchsii

What is the common name of Catasetum fuchsii?

Fuchs' Catasetum

What is the native range of Catasetum fuchsii?

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-35468: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.