Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 758 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470821
Common Names
- Cauliflorum bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum cauliflorum
- Bulbophyllum
Synonyms
- Phyllorkis cauliflora Kuntze [unknown]
- Phyllorchis cauliflora (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum cauliflorum (also called Cauliflower Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 60 cm in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. It is native to South America, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum cauliflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Bulbophyllum cauliflorum var. cauliflorum
Bulbophyllum cauliflorum var. sikkimense N.Pearce & P.J.Cribb
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum cauliflorum are small, white, and tubular, with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum cauliflorum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. When grown in full sun, the plant may require more frequent watering. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote new blooms. Pruning may be necessary to keep the plant from becoming too large or unruly.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum cauliflorum
Bulbophyllum cauliflorum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Bulbophyllum cauliflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cauliflorum?
Bulbophyllum cauliflorum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum cauliflorum?
Cauliflorum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum cauliflorum?
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,