Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
posticum
ID:
589983

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 2: 19 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589315



Common Names

  • Kethulleana Cassia
  • Kethulleana Senna
  • Kethulleana Wild Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum bicornutum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum diceras Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Cassia kethulleana (also called Kethulleana Cassia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in moist, sunny areas, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum posticum is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source for humans and animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cassia kethulleana has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are brown and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum posticum is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from division. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum posticum

Bulbophyllum posticum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum posticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum posticum?

Bulbophyllum posticum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum posticum?

Postic Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum posticum native to?

Colombia

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