Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cardiophyllum
ID:
470573

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Rheedea 1: 75 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469905



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum
  • Heart-leaved Bulbophyllum
  • Cardiophyllum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum (also called 'Cardiophyllum Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem and small, linear leaves. It grows in sunny, dry areas, such as rocky slopes and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source. It is also used to make paper, rope, and other materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum is a tropical orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning that it grows on other plants or trees. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, as it can be grown from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium, such as bark or sphagnum moss. The cuttings should be taken from healthy plants, and they should be planted in a well-draining medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment, with bright indirect light.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum

Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum?

Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum?

Heart-leaf Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum cardiophyllum?

Tropical rainforests

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-25400: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.