Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
bulbostylum
ID:
431653

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bogner & E.G.Gonç.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 32: 326 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430985

Common Names

  • Gorgonidium bulbostylum
  • Bulbostylum Gorgonidium
  • Bulbostylum Orchid

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Description

Gorgonidium bulbostylum (also called Bulbous-stalked gorgonidium, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a dense crown. It is found in moist forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Gorgonidium bulbostylum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gorgonidium bulbostylum are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gorgonidium bulbostylum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Gorgonidium bulbostylum

Gorgonidium bulbostylum can be found in Central and South America, including in the Amazon rainforest.

Gorgonidium bulbostylum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gorgonidium bulbostylum?

Gorgonidium bulbostylum

What is the common name of Gorgonidium bulbostylum?

Bulbous-stalked Gorgonidium

What is the natural habitat of Gorgonidium bulbostylum?

It is native to India

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
Eduardo G. Gonçalves: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.Gonç.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:325696-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.