Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dekockii
ID:
485512

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 2: 17 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484844



Common Names

  • Dekockii Bulbophyllum
  • Dekockii Bulbophyllum Protea
  • Dekockii Bulbophyllum Sugarbush


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum jugicola P.Royen [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum dekockii (also called Dekock's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, yellow flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum dekockii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum dekockii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum dekockii is a small, evergreen epiphytic orchid that grows up to 10 inches tall and wide. It has long, narrow leaves that are up to 8 inches long. The flowers are small and white, and they appear in clusters at the tips of the stems. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 10-12. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum dekockii

Bulbophyllum dekockii can be found in South Africa.

Bulbophyllum dekockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum dekockii?

Bulbophyllum dekockii

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum dekockii?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum dekockii found?

It is found in South 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,

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