Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
caespitosum
ID:
469191

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thouars

Source:
wcs

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Hist. Orchid. : t. 103 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468523



Common Names

  • Caespitose Bulbophyllum
  • Caespitose Orchid
  • Caespitose Bearded Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis caespitosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis caespitosa (Thouars) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum caespitosum (also called Caespitosum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a spreading crown and a short trunk, and its bark is grayish-brown. Its leaves are pinnately compound, with 5-7 leaflets, and its flowers are white and fragrant. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum caespitosum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum caespitosum is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, hard-shelled seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum caespitosum is an epiphytic orchid that prefers bright light and well-drained soils. Propagation is by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum caespitosum

Bulbophyllum caespitosum is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Bulbophyllum caespitosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum caespitosum?

Bulbophyllum caespitosum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum caespitosum?

Caespitose Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum caespitosum?

It is found in moist, shady areas

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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