Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
perazolianum
ID:
793253

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.G.Lacerda & V.P.Castro

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 113: 308 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000792586

Common Names

  • Cataseto-de-perazol
  • Cataseto-de-perazol-verdadeiro
  • Cataseto-de-perazol-amarelo

Searching for Catasetum perazolianum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Catasetum perazolianum (also called Perazoli's Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It grows in moist meadows, marshes, and lake shores, and has a shrub-like form with narrow, linear leaves. The flowers are borne on a spike-like inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum perazolianum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catasetum perazolianum has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

Searching for Catasetum perazolianum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum perazolianum is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and potted in a moist medium. Once established, the plant should be grown in partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Catasetum perazolianum

Catasetum perazolianum can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Brazil.

Catasetum perazolianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum perazolianum?

Catasetum perazolianum

What is the family of Catasetum perazolianum?

Orchidaceae

Where is Catasetum perazolianum native to?

China

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-331150: Based on the initial data import
Vitorino Paiva Castro (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.P.Castro' in the authors string.
Kleber Garcia de Lacerda (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.G.Lacerda' in the authors string.