Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
napoense
ID:
818408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 2: 156 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817742

Common Names

  • Catasetum napoense
  • Napoleon's Catasetum
  • Napoleon Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum napoense (also called 'Napo Catasetum' and 'Napo Catasetum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its large, showy flowers, which are usually yellow in colour and can reach up to 10 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum napoense 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

The flowers of Catasetum napoense are yellow and have a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum napoense is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to grow in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Catasetum napoense

Catasetum napoense is native to Ecuador and Peru. It can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Amazon basin.

Catasetum napoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum napoense?

Catasetum napoense

What is the family of Catasetum napoense?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Catasetum napoense?

Napo Catasetum

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-35555: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.