Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
capituliflorum
ID:
470437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1906: 84 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469769



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Capituliflorum
  • Cluster-flower Bulbophyllum
  • Cluster-flower Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum capituliflorum (also called 'Headed Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It has small, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It grows in humid forests and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum capituliflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a hedge plant. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum capituliflorum has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum capituliflorum 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 capituliflorum

Bulbophyllum capituliflorum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum capituliflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum capituliflorum?

Bulbophyllum capituliflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum capituliflorum?

Headed moor grass

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum capituliflorum?

It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet 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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