Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
biplumata
ID:
342712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 3: 62 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342044



Common Names

  • Bipinnula Biplumata
  • Biplumata Orchid
  • Biplumata Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Arethusa biplumata L.f. [unknown]
  • Bipinnula bonariensis Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Bipinnula commersonii Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Bipinnula biplumata (also called Two-lobed Bipinnula, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Bipinnula biplumata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bipinnula biplumata has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and round, with a single, slender stem and a few small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bipinnula biplumata is a species of epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It is a small plant with thin, wiry stems and small, fan-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and fragrant, with white petals and a yellow-green lip. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Bipinnula biplumata

Bipinnula biplumata is native to tropical regions of Asia, such as India, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Bipinnula biplumata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bipinnula biplumata?

Bipinnula biplumata

What is the common name of Bipinnula biplumata?

Toothed Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bipinnula biplumata?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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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