Bulbophyllum camptochilum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
camptochilum
ID:
470256
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Blumea 41: 355 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469588
Common Names
- Camptochilum Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum camptochilum
- Hooked Bulbophyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum camptochilum (also called African star orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Africa. It grows in a wide range of habitats, from grasslands to savannas to woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum camptochilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It has been used to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum camptochilum has yellow flowers with a dark center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum camptochilum is a warm-season epiphytic orchid that is typically grown in tropical and subtropical regions. It is best grown in well-drained, fertile soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by planting seeds directly in the soil. The seeds should be planted 1-2 inches deep and spaced 6-12 inches apart.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum camptochilum
Bulbophyllum camptochilum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Asia.
Bulbophyllum camptochilum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum camptochilum?
Bulbophyllum camptochilum
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum camptochilum?
Bulbophyllum camptochilum is an orchid
Where does Bulbophyllum camptochilum grow?
Bulbophyllum camptochilum is native to Southeast Asia
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25388: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.