Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alcicorne
ID:
453833

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 30: 151 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453165



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Alcicorne
  • Alcicorn Orchid
  • Alcicorn Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum alcicorne (also called Alcicorn Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid with small, yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum alcicorne is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicines to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum alcicorne are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum alcicorne is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is easily propagated from seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers acidic soils. It is also tolerant of drought and cold temperatures.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum alcicorne

Bulbophyllum alcicorne is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical moist forests and mangroves.

Bulbophyllum alcicorne FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum alcicorne?

Bulbophyllum alcicorne

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum alcicorne?

Alcicorne Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum alcicorne?

Tropical rainforests in India

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-25103: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Charles Samuel Pollock Parish (1822-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.P.Parish' in the authors string.