Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Catasetum

Species:

Catasetum bicolor

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Height:

45 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

green, brown, maroon

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

euglossine bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Orchid seeds require sterile culture with mycorrhizal fungi or nutrient agar for germination. Dust-like seeds lack endosperm and need symbiotic relationship for successful germination.

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