intermediateuncommonCatasetum
Dark Catasetum
Catasetum tenebrosum
Dramatic chocolate-and-gold flowers; deciduous pseudobulbs.
Bloomsbrownyellow
Sign in to addWaterhigh
Water heavily when growing
Lighthigh
Bright light
Foodhigh
Feed weekly when growing
Temp
65-90°F
Humidity
50-70%
Origin
Ecuador, Peru
Special care:Strict dry winter rest
About Dark Catasetum
Researching Dark Catasetum…
Care guide
Potting medium
Open, fast-draining orchid bark mix in a pot with drainage holes.
Repotting
Every 2 years or when the medium breaks down.
Bloom season
Varies by species and growing conditions.
Bloom longevity
Typically 3–6 weeks per spike.
Growth habit
Refer to the species' parent genus for growth pattern.
Propagation
Division at repotting time, ideally just as new growth begins.
Pests & prevention
Watch for scale, mealybugs, and spider mites — wipe with diluted isopropyl alcohol.
Signs of trouble
- ●Mushy roots → reduce watering and repot in fresh dry medium
- ●Yellowing leaves → check light levels and watering frequency
Grower's tips
- ★Consistency matters more than perfection — pick a routine and stick with it.
- ★Air movement prevents most fungal and bacterial issues.
