Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
multifidum
ID:
818375

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.E.L.Miranda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 1: 154 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817709

Common Names

  • Catasetum multifidum
  • Multifidum Catasetum
  • Multifidum Orchid

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Description

Catasetum multifidum (also called Many-lobed Catasetum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum multifidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum multifidum has yellow-green flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum multifidum 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 multifidum

Catasetum multifidum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Catasetum multifidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum multifidum?

Catasetum multifidum

What is the family of Catasetum multifidum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Catasetum multifidum?

Many-cleft 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-35552: Based on the initial data import
Francisco E.L.de Miranda (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.E.L.Miranda' in the authors string.