Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aechmophorum
ID:
452388

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 7: 150 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451720



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum aechmophorum
  • Aechmophorum Bulbophyllum
  • Foxtail Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Peltopus aechmophorus (J.J.Verm.) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum aechmophorum (also called 'Cobra Orchid', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical rainforests of South-East Asia. It has long, thin, and wiry stems, and small, yellowish-green flowers with a purple lip. It grows in humid, shady environments, usually on the trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum aechmophorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum aechmophorum has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum aechmophorum is a slow-growing epiphytic orchid that prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, shady location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum aechmophorum

Bulbophyllum aechmophorum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and parts of Asia.

Bulbophyllum aechmophorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum aechmophorum?

Bulbophyllum aechmophorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum aechmophorum?

Bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum aechmophorum?

Orchidaceae

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-25078: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.