Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
caudatum
ID:
471300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. 56. 1830

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470632



Common Names

  • Caudate Bulbophyllum
  • Tailed Bulbophyllum
  • Tailed Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis caudata Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum caudatum (also called the Tail-like Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has small, yellow-green flowers and a long, trailing stem, and grows in humid environments on trees and rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum caudatum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat sore throats and reduce inflammation. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum caudatum has small, star-shaped flowers that are white to pale yellow in color. The flowers are borne in clusters of up to 15 and have five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are slender and upright with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum caudatum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical Asia. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum caudatum

Bulbophyllum caudatum can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Bulbophyllum caudatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum caudatum?

Bulbophyllum caudatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum caudatum?

Tailed Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum caudatum?

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:618545-1: Based on the initial data import
IPNI Record:77319035-1: Derived from the June 2023 IPNI import.