Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
algidum
ID:
453965

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 181 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453297



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum algidum
  • Cold Bulbophyllum
  • Ice Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Peltopus systenochilus (J.J.Verm.) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum systenochilum J.J.Verm. [unknown]
  • Hapalochilus algidus (Ridl.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum algidum (also called Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum algidum is a species of orchid that is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum algidum has small, white flowers with yellow stamens and a single seed in each fruit. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum algidum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum algidum

Bulbophyllum algidum is native to the Himalayas.

Bulbophyllum algidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum algidum?

Bulbophyllum algidum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum algidum?

It is an orchid

Where does Bulbophyllum algidum grow?

It grows in tropical and subtropical regions

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,

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