Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alticola
ID:
454249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 715 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453581



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum alticola
  • Alticola Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus alticola (Schltr.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum alticola (also called High Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, and grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum alticola is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum alticola has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum alticola is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from division of the rhizome or from seed. The rhizome should be divided into sections, each with at least one growth point. Plant the divisions in a moist medium such as perlite or bark. Keep the divisions in a warm, bright location and water regularly. Seed should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum alticola

Bulbophyllum alticola is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Bulbophyllum alticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum alticola?

Bulbophyllum alticola

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum alticola?

Tropical forests

What is the flowering season of Bulbophyllum alticola?

Summer

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-25114: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.