Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cercanthum
ID:
912459

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Garay, Hamer & Siegerist) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 117(1285, Suppl.): 42 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911794



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Cercanthum
  • Cercanthum Orchid
  • Fairy Slipper Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum cercanthum (also called 'Cercanthum Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in humid forests. Its leaves are lanceolate, and its flowers are white to yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cercanthum is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum cercanthum has small, yellow flowers with a white lip. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and yellowish-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cercanthum is a species of orchid found in tropical Asia. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cercanthum

Bulbophyllum cercanthum can be found in tropical Asia, from India to southern China.

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-456680: 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.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.