Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 48 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471743
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum cernuum
- Nodding Bulbophyllum
- Nodding's Bulbophyllum
Synonyms
- Phyllorkis cernua Kuntze [unknown]
- Diphyes cernua Blume [unknown]
- Phyllorchis cernua (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum cernuum (also called 'Nodding 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 cernuum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum cernuum is a small, yellow-green star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Bulbophyllum cernuum: This plant is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers a bright, sunny location and regular watering.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum cernuum
Bulbophyllum cernuum can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.
Bulbophyllum cernuum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cernuum?
Bulbophyllum cernuum
Where is Bulbophyllum cernuum native to?
Southeast Asia
What are the common uses of Bulbophyllum cernuum?
Ornamental plant
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,