Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cataractarum
ID:
471031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 194 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470363



Common Names

  • Cataractarum Bulbophyllum
  • Cataractarum Bulbophyllum Orchid
  • Cataractarum Bulbophyllum Flower


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Description

Bulbophyllum cataractarum (also called Cataract Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 15cm in height. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in montane forests. Its leaves are long and narrow, and its flowers are yellow and bell-shaped.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cataractarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has also been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum cataractarum has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small and round. Seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cataractarum is an epiphytic orchid native to India. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and kept moist. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cataractarum

Bulbophyllum cataractarum can be found in Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum cataractarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cataractarum?

Bulbophyllum cataractarum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum cataractarum?

Cataractarum Bulbophyllum

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum cataractarum?

It is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m

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-25417: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.