Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
caudipetalum
ID:
471439

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 401 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470771



Common Names

  • Caudipetalum Bulbophyllum
  • Caudipetalum Bulbophyllum
  • Caudipetalum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus caudipetalus (J.J.Sm.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]
  • Hapalochilus caudatipetalum (J.J.Sm.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum caudipetalum (also called Tail-Petal Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers with long, thin petals. It is found in humid forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum caudipetalum is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum caudipetalum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum caudipetalum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division of the pseudobulbs. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zone 10.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum caudipetalum

Bulbophyllum caudipetalum is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. It is typically found in moist, shady forests.

Bulbophyllum caudipetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum caudipetalum?

Bulbophyllum caudipetalum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum caudipetalum?

Caudipetalum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum caudipetalum?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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,

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