Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
caecum
ID:
469101

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 8: 59 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468433



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Caecum
  • Blind Bulbophyllum
  • Blind Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum caecum (also called Blind Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, thin leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum caecum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak. The plant has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to stabilize soils in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum caecum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, brown and round, and the seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum caecum is a perennial epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical regions. It grows to a height of up to 10 cm (4 in) and prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum caecum

Bulbophyllum caecum is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It can be found in tropical and subtropical dry and wet forests.

Bulbophyllum caecum FAQ

What are the common names for Bulbophyllum caecum?

The common names for Bulbophyllum caecum are Blind Bulbophyllum and Blind Orchid.

What is the growth rate of Bulbophyllum caecum?

The growth rate of Bulbophyllum caecum is slow to moderate.

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum caecum prefer?

Bulbophyllum caecum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Species in the Bulbophyllum genus

Bulbophyllum ambatoavense, Bulbophyllum anakbaruppui, Bulbophyllum anisopterum, Bulbophyllum apoense, Bulbophyllum arianeae, Bulbophyllum atrosanguineum, Bulbophyllum auriculatum, Bulbophyllum boudetianum, Bulbophyllum catillus, Bulbophyllum clipeibulbum, Bulbophyllum comberipictum, Bulbophyllum coweniorum, Bulbophyllum danii, Bulbophyllum debrincatiae, Bulbophyllum decurrentilobum, Bulbophyllum filifolium, Bulbophyllum flabellum-veneris, Bulbophyllum foetidilabrum, Bulbophyllum furcatum, Bulbophyllum furcillatum, Bulbophyllum globulosum, Bulbophyllum grotianum, Bulbophyllum ialibuense, Bulbophyllum illecebrum, Bulbophyllum incisilabrum, Bulbophyllum iterans, Bulbophyllum janus, Bulbophyllum labatii, Bulbophyllum lanuginosum, Bulbophyllum lyriforme, Bulbophyllum mystax, Bulbophyllum ochthodes, Bulbophyllum orezii, Bulbophyllum pilosum, Bulbophyllum praetervisum, Bulbophyllum pseudopelma, Bulbophyllum ramulicola, Bulbophyllum reductum, Bulbophyllum rosemarianum, Bulbophyllum scaphiforme, Bulbophyllum simplex, Bulbophyllum sinapis, Bulbophyllum sororculum, Bulbophyllum stenurum, Bulbophyllum subpatulum, Bulbophyllum tectipes, Bulbophyllum trichorhachis, Bulbophyllum tubilabrum, Bulbophyllum turpe, Bulbophyllum uncinatum,

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,

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