Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chthonochroma
ID:
1330885

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm. & Sieber

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 15: 39 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343339



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum chthonochroma
  • Chthonochroma Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum chthonochroma (also called Earth-colored Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small, epiphytic herb with an underground rhizome. It is native to the Himalayas, China, and Japan, where it grows in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum chthonochroma is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum chthonochroma is a small, yellow-green flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum chthonochroma is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a humid and warm environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix, such as a mixture of sphagnum moss and perlite. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs, or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum chthonochroma

Bulbophyllum chthonochroma is native to Asia and can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Bulbophyllum chthonochroma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum chthonochroma?

Bulbophyllum chthonochroma

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum chthonochroma?

Chthonochroma Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum chthonochroma native to?

Thailand

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

Franz Sieber (1789-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sieber' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.