Bulbophyllum aithorhachis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aithorhachis
ID:
453191
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Blumea 41: 349 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452523
Common Names
- Aithorhachis Bulbophyllum
- Aithorhachis Orchid
- Aithorhachis Bulbophyllum Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum aithorhachis (also called Aithorhachis Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in humid forests and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum aithorhachis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum aithorhachis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small, green stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum aithorhachis is a shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in the tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood stems.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum aithorhachis
Bulbophyllum aithorhachis is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Bulbophyllum aithorhachis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum aithorhachis?
Bulbophyllum aithorhachis
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum aithorhachis?
Bulbophyllum aithorhachis
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum aithorhachis?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
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-25092: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.