Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pleidactylon
ID:
818606

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Peruviarum t. 416. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817940



Common Names

  • Catasetum pleidactylon
  • Pleidactylon Catasetum
  • Catasetum Pleidactylon


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Description

Catasetum pleidactylon (also called Pleidactylon Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and its leaves are dark green, thick and leathery. It grows in humid tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum pleidactylon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make perfumes and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum pleidactylon has small, yellow-green flowers with three petals and three sepals. The flowers are followed by small, round, black fruits. The seedlings are small, with oval leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum pleidactylon is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It should be watered regularly but allowed to dry out between waterings. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Catasetum pleidactylon

Catasetum pleidactylon can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

Catasetum pleidactylon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum pleidactylon?

Catasetum pleidactylon

What is the common name of Catasetum pleidactylon?

Pleidactylon Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum pleidactylon?

It is found in tropical rainforests.

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-35577: 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.