Catasetum gnomus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gnomus
ID:
817586
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Linden & Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 2: 171 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816920
Common Names
- Catasetum Gnomus
- Gnomus Catasetum
- Gnomus Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catasetum gnomus (also called Catasetum, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 5 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in wet forests and along riverbanks. Its leaves are small and oval-shaped, and its flowers are white and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Catasetum gnomus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Catasetum gnomus is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Catasetum gnomus is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done when the plant is dormant.
Where to Find Catasetum gnomus
Catasetum gnomus is native to Central and South America.
Catasetum gnomus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catasetum gnomus?
Catasetum gnomus
What type of plant is Catasetum gnomus?
It is an epiphytic orchid
Where does Catasetum gnomus grow?
It is native to 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-35479: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Lucien Linden (1853-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Linden' in the authors string.