Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kaitiense
ID:
522148

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 262 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521480



Common Names

  • Kaitiense Bulbophyllum
  • Kaitiense Orchid
  • Kaitiense Bulb


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum neilgherrense Wight [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum kaitiense (also called Kaiti Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Solomon Islands. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum kaitiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum kaitiense has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a head-like structure. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum kaitiense can be propagated from seed or division. It should be grown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a bright, sunny spot. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum kaitiense

Bulbophyllum kaitiense is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical forests.

Bulbophyllum kaitiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum kaitiense?

Bulbophyllum kaitiense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum kaitiense?

Kaiti Bulbophyllum

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum kaitiense?

It is found in moist, shady forests

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