Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acutiflorum
ID:
451462

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 15: 18 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450794



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum acutiflorum
  • Sharp-flowered Bulbophyllum
  • Sharp-flowered Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum acutiflorum (also called Sharp-Flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical Asia. It has small, yellowish-green flowers and long, thin leaves. It typically grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum acutiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used in rock gardens. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum acutiflorum has small, white flowers with five petals and a long tube. The flowers are about 1/2 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum acutiflorum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the western United States. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division or from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum acutiflorum

Bulbophyllum acutiflorum is native to New Zealand.

Bulbophyllum acutiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum acutiflorum?

Bulbophyllum acutiflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum acutiflorum?

Sharp-flowered Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum acutiflorum found?

Western North America

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-25062: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.