Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acropogon
ID:
451010

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 776 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450342



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum acropogon
  • Bulbophyllum
  • Acropogon


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Description

Bulbophyllum acropogon (also called Acropogon Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum acropogon is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a houseplant or in a terrarium, and its leaves can be used to make a tea with medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum acropogon is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum acropogon is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich, acidic soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum acropogon

Bulbophyllum acropogon can be found in the tropical rainforests of northern Australia.

Bulbophyllum acropogon FAQ

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum acropogon?

Common names of Bulbophyllum acropogon include Acropogon Orchid and Acropogon Bulbophyllum.

What is the growth rate of Bulbophyllum acropogon?

Bulbophyllum acropogon has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the light requirement for Bulbophyllum acropogon?

Bulbophyllum acropogon prefers partial shade to full shade.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25054: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.