Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cephalophorum
ID:
471885

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay, Hamer & Siegerist

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 11: 227 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471217



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum cephalophorum
  • Cephalophorum Bulbophyllum
  • Cephalophorum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum cephalophorum (also called Cephalophorus Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small, evergreen epiphyte that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela, and is typically found in montane tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cephalophorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum cephalophorum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cephalophorum is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial epiphyte that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and bright, indirect light. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cephalophorum

Bulbophyllum cephalophorum is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil.

Bulbophyllum cephalophorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cephalophorum?

Bulbophyllum cephalophorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum cephalophorum?

Head-bearing bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum cephalophorum?

Tropical rainforest

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-25432: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Fritz Hamer (1912-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamer' in the authors string.
Emly Steffan Siegerist (1925-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siegerist' in the authors string.