Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cardiobulbum
ID:
470514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 5: 396 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469846



Common Names

  • Cardiobulbum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Cardiobulbum
  • Cardiobulbum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum (also called Cardiobulbum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South East Asia. It has a short, creeping rhizome and a single, fleshy, oblong-elliptic leaf. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum has small, yellowish-white flowers with a single seed in the centre. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is also tolerant of salt spray and coastal conditions.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum

Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum?

Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum?

Heart-shaped Bulbophyllum, Heart-shaped Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum found?

Bulbophyllum cardiobulbum is found in Africa

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-25399: Based on the initial data import
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.