Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cavibulbum
ID:
471654

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 465 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470986



Common Names

  • Cavibulbum Bulbophyllum
  • Cavibulbum Bulbophyllum Orchid
  • Cavibulbum Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum cavibulbum (also called cavibulbum bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the family Orchidaceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem that bears a single, terminal flower. It is native to tropical Asia, where it grows in moist, rocky meadows and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cavibulbum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as colds, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum cavibulbum is yellow with a tubular shape. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cavibulbum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-drained potting mix and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cavibulbum

Bulbophyllum cavibulbum can be found in tropical rainforests in South and Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum cavibulbum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cavibulbum?

Bulbophyllum cavibulbum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum cavibulbum?

Cavibulbum Orchid

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum cavibulbum?

It is found in moist forests and grasslands

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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