Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alsiosum
ID:
454189

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 5: 1583 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453521



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum alsiosum
  • Alsiosum Bulbophyllum
  • Alsiosum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum alsiosum (also called Alsio Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid. It is native to tropical Africa and parts of Asia. It grows in humid forests and prefers warm, humid climates.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum alsiosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum alsiosum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum alsiosum is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees or rocks. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum alsiosum

Bulbophyllum alsiosum is native to the Himalayas in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Bulbophyllum alsiosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum alsiosum?

Bulbophyllum alsiosum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum alsiosum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum alsiosum?

Alsio's Bulbophyllum

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-25112: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.