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
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.
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
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.