Status:
valid
Authors:
Brade
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 11: 79 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451481
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Adiamantinum
- Diamond Bulbophyllum
- Diamond Orchid
Description
Bulbophyllum adiamantinum (also called Diamond Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum adiamantinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum adiamantinum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum adiamantinum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-drained medium such as sphagnum moss or bark. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum adiamantinum
Bulbophyllum adiamantinum can be found in Madagascar.
Bulbophyllum adiamantinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum adiamantinum?
Bulbophyllum adiamantinum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum adiamantinum?
Diamond Bulbophyllum
Where is Bulbophyllum adiamantinum native to?
Southeast Asia
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,