Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cogniauxianum
ID:
476407

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 8: 23 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475739



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum
  • Cogniauxianum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Cogniauxianum


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum cogniauxianum Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum (also called Cogniaux's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It is a member of the Orchidaceae family and grows up to 40 centimeters in height. It has small, yellow flowers and long, thin leaves. It is found in humid forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum has white, bell-shaped flowers that have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome, which should be done in spring. Seeds can also be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum

Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum?

Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum?

Cogniaux's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum cogniauxianum?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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,

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