Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rooseveltianum
ID:
818878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoehne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Relat. Commiss. Linhas Telegr. Estratég. Matto Grosso Amazonas Annexo 5, Bot. ix. 35, t. 172 (1916).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818212

Common Names

  • Catasetum Rooseveltianum
  • Rooseveltianum Orchid
  • Rooseveltianum Catasetum

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Description

Catasetum rooseveltianum (also called Catasetum rooseveltianum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has an upright stem with long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in humid forests and is found in wet, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum rooseveltianum is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid with large, showy flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum rooseveltianum has bright yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard seed coat. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum rooseveltianum is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers partial shade and should be grown in a well-draining, acidic soil. It should be watered regularly. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Catasetum rooseveltianum

Catasetum rooseveltianum can be found in Central and South America.

Catasetum rooseveltianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum rooseveltianum?

Catasetum rooseveltianum

What is the common name of Catasetum rooseveltianum?

Roosevelt's Catasetum

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum rooseveltianum?

It is native to the tropical regions of South America

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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