Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
caputgnomonis
ID:
470483

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Blumea 38: 154 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469815



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis
  • Caputgnomonis Bulbophyllum
  • Caput-gnomon Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Vesicisepalum caputgnomonis (J.J.Verm.) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis (also called 'Gnomon's Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with narrow, linear leaves. It is native to Madagascar and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis has small, yellowish-white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can also tolerate drought and poor soils.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis

Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis is native to India and can be found in the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis?

Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis?

Gnomon's moor grass

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum caputgnomonis?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25398: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.