Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
telespirense
ID:
1306199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benelli & Soares-Lopes

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 204: 77 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318653



Common Names

  • Catasetum Telespirense
  • Telespirense Catasetum
  • Telespirense Orchid


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Description

Catasetum telespirense (also called Telespire Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It is found in humid montane forests, and in seasonally dry forests at altitudes of up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum telespirense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and flowers that can be used to add color and texture to any space.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum telespirense is a yellow-green color, with a long, slender stem. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum telespirense is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to fertilize the plant during the growing season and to water it regularly. It is also important to provide adequate air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.

Where to Find Catasetum telespirense

Catasetum telespirense is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Catasetum telespirense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum telespirense?

Catasetum telespirense

What are the common names of Catasetum telespirense?

The common names of Catasetum telespirense are not known.

What is the growth habit of Catasetum telespirense?

Catasetum telespirense is an epiphytic orchid with a climbing habit.

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

Adarilda Petini Benelli (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benelli' in the authors string.
Célia Regina Araújo Soares-Lopes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soares-Lopes' in the authors string.