Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acuminatum
ID:
451139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 1: 81 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450471



Common Names

  • Acuminate Bulbophyllum
  • Acuminate Orchid
  • Acuminate Bearded Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum semibifidum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum stenophyllum Ridl. [illegitimate]
  • Cirrhopetalum acuminatum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum linearifolium Ridl. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum semibifidum Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum acuminatum (also called Acuminate Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum acuminatum is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a windbreak and to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum acuminatum has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum acuminatum is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum acuminatum

Bulbophyllum acuminatum is native to Southeast Asia, where it can be found in moist, shady areas.

Bulbophyllum acuminatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum acuminatum?

Bulbophyllum acuminatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum acuminatum?

Acuminate Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum acuminatum?

It is found in wet areas, such as marshes, lakes, and streams

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