Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
linguiferum
ID:
818072

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 42(2): 120 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817406



Common Names

  • Linguiferum Catasetum
  • Linguiferum's Catasetum
  • Linguiferum's Catasetum


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Description

Catasetum linguiferum (also called 'Tongue-Shaped Catasetum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and large, showy flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum linguiferum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Catasetum linguiferum are white and fragrant, and the fruits are small, black, and ovoid. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum linguiferum is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, humid location. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, humid location. Water regularly until the plants are established.

Where to Find Catasetum linguiferum

Catasetum linguiferum is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

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-35524: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.