Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Catasetum

Species:

Catasetum queirozii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Height:

40 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

green, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

euglossine bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Orchid seeds require symbiotic mycorrhizal fungi or sterile culture media for germination. Seeds are dust-like and lack endosperm.

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