Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chikukwa
ID:
473115

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fibeck & Mavi

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 17: 148 (2000 publ. 2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472447



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum chikukwa
  • Chikukwa Bulbophyllum
  • Chikukwa Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum chikukwa (also called Chikukwa Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and its habitats include moist forests, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum chikukwa is a popular houseplant that can be used to purify the air in a home or office. It is also known for its ability to tolerate low light conditions and is easy to care for.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilea rugosissima has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have small, rounded, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum chikukwa is an evergreen epiphyte that can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in partial shade and should be watered regularly. It is a low-maintenance plant and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum chikukwa

Bulbophyllum chikukwa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Bulbophyllum chikukwa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum chikukwa?

Bulbophyllum chikukwa

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum chikukwa?

Chikukwa Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum chikukwa?

It is found in tropical forests in eastern Africa.

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-25452: Based on the initial data import
Werner Fibeck: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fibeck' in the authors string.
S. Mavi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mavi' in the authors string.