Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
villegasii
ID:
835835

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.F.Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 116: 226 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835170



Common Names

  • Catasetum villegasii
  • Villegas's Catasetum
  • Villegas's Catasetum


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Description

Catasetum villegasii (also called Villegas' Catasetum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is found in wet montane forests, at elevations of 1000-2000 meters. It has a single, thin, erect stem, with a single, large, green-brown leaf at the base. The flower has a yellow-green color, and is shaped like a star.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum villegasii is an orchid species that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum villegasii has large, showy, fragrant flowers with yellow and brown petals and sepals. The seed is round and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum villegasii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Catasetum villegasii

Catasetum villegasii is native to Colombia and can be found in the wild in the forests of the country.

Catasetum villegasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum villegasii?

Catasetum villegasii

What is the common name of Catasetum villegasii?

Villegas' Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum villegasii?

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,

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