Catasetum wendlingeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wendlingeri
ID:
819644
Status:
valid
Authors:
Foldats
Source:
wcs
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Venez. 2: 167 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818978
Common Names
- Wendlingeri Orchid
- Wendlinger's Orchid
- Wendlinger Orchid
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Catasetum wendlingeri (also called Catasetum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic herb with a lanceolate leaf shape and a yellow flower color. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, and is found in wet montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Catasetum wendlingeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Catasetum wendlingeri is a yellowish-green color with a white lip. The seed is a small, black, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Catasetum wendlingeri is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It prefers partial shade and needs to be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.
Where to Find Catasetum wendlingeri
Catasetum wendlingeri can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Catasetum wendlingeri FAQ
What are the common names of Catasetum wendlingeri?
Wendlinger's Catasetum
What is the natural habitat of Catasetum wendlingeri?
It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.
What are the characteristics of Catasetum wendlingeri?
It is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers and succulent leaves.
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-35675: Based on the initial data import
Ernesto Foldats (1925-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foldats' in the authors string.