Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kegelii
ID:
522833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hamer & Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Bol. Inst. Bot. Univ. Guadalajara 3: 9 (1995 publ. 1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522165



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum keegee
  • Keegee's Bulbophyllum
  • Keegee's Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum kegelii (also called Kegel's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It has long, thin leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows best in warm, humid climates and prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum kegelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used to stabilize riverbanks and to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Bulbophyllum kegelii has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, round and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum kegelii is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining medium. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum kegelii

Bulbophyllum kegelii can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Bulbophyllum kegelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum kegelii?

Bulbophyllum kegelii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum kegelii?

Kegel's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum kegelii?

It is found in 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-26242: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Fritz Hamer (1912-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamer' in the authors string.