Status:
valid
Authors:
Summerh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 582 (1953 publ. 1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470146
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum carnosilabium
- Carnosilabium Bulbophyllum
- Carnosilabium Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum carnosilabium (also called Carnosilabium Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid found in tropical rainforest habitats in South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum carnosilabium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum carnosilabium is a yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum carnosilabium 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 carnosilabium
Bulbophyllum carnosilabium is native to South America.
Bulbophyllum carnosilabium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum carnosilabium?
Bulbophyllum carnosilabium
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum carnosilabium?
Carnose Bulbophyllum
Where is Bulbophyllum carnosilabium found?
Bulbophyllum carnosilabium is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
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,