Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ceriodorum
ID:
472381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiteau

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bull. Trimestriel Acad. Malgache , n.s., 24: 89 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471713



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum ceriodorum
  • Ceriodorum Bulbophyllum
  • Ceriodorum's Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum ceriodorum (also called 'Ceriodorum Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has alternate, oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical moist forests and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ceriodorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties, and is used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum ceriodorum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ceriodorum can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done when the plant is dormant and the rhizomes should be divided into several sections. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require a warm, humid environment and plenty of light.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ceriodorum

Bulbophyllum ceriodorum can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Bulbophyllum ceriodorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Bulbophyllum ceriodorum

What type of plant is this?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is this plant native to?

Central and South America

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-25440: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Boiteau (1911-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiteau' in the authors string.