Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
calyptratum
ID:
469995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 22: 24 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469327



Common Names

  • Calyptratum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum calyptratum
  • Calyptrat's Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum calyptratum (also called helmet orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the Orchidaceae family. It has a creeping habit and is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests, tropical moist montane forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum calyptratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum calyptratum var. calyptratum
Bulbophyllum calyptratum var. graminifolium (Summerh.) J.J.Verm.
Bulbophyllum calyptratum var. lucifugum (Summerh.) J.J.Verm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum calyptratum is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum calyptratum can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It is best to divide the plants in the spring and to sow the seeds in the fall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum calyptratum

Bulbophyllum calyptratum is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in moist meadows, wet pastures, and other wet areas.

Bulbophyllum calyptratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum calyptratum?

Bulbophyllum calyptratum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum calyptratum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum calyptratum?

Calyptrate Bulbophyllum

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,

References