Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cantagallense
ID:
470319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(5): 595 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469651



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum cantagallense
  • Cantagallo Bulbophyllum
  • Cantagallo Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum mirandaianum Hoehne [unknown]
  • Didactyle cantagallense Barb.Rodr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum cantagallense (also called Cantagallo Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with yellow-green flowers. It is native to the Philippines and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cantagallense has been used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It has also been used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum cantagallense has small white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cantagallense is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows on trees in tropical rainforests. It is propagated by division or by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept in a semi-shaded location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cantagallense

Bulbophyllum cantagallense is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Bulbophyllum cantagallense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cantagallense?

Bulbophyllum cantagallense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum cantagallense?

Cantagallo Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum cantagallense?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-25391: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.