Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kingii
ID:
524624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 760 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523956



Common Names

  • Kingii Bulbophyllum
  • King's Bulbophyllum
  • King's Island Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Monomeria punctata Schltr. [unknown]
  • Phyllorkis kingii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acrochaene punctata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis kingii (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum kingii (also called King's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows in humid forests, often on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum kingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum kingii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum kingii is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees or rocks. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or seed. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the roots are healthy. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum kingii

Bulbophyllum kingii can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Bulbophyllum kingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum kingii?

Bulbophyllum kingii

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum kingii?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What is the size of Bulbophyllum kingii?

Small to medium-sized plants

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,