Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kjellbergii
ID:
525058

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 65: 495 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524390



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Kjellbergii
  • Kjellberg's Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum kjellbergii (also called Kjellberg's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a small epiphytic or lithophytic plant with a creeping rhizome and small pseudobulbs. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum kjellbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers can be used as a garnish for salads and its leaves can be used to make tea. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum kjellbergii is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum kjellbergii is a tropical epiphytic orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated from division or seed and should be grown in a well-drained potting medium.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum kjellbergii

Bulbophyllum kjellbergii is native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It can be found in tropical forests.

Bulbophyllum kjellbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum kjellbergii?

Bulbophyllum kjellbergii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum kjellbergii?

Kjellberg's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum kjellbergii?

Tropical rainforests

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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