Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
amazonicum
ID:
454407

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Lilloa 5: 7. 1939

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453739



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum amazonicum
  • Amazonicum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyll's Amazonicum


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Description

Bulbophyllum amazonicum (also called Amazon Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum amazonicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum amazonicum has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum amazonicum is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Dig up the clumps and divide into smaller sections, then replant in a light, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum amazonicum

Bulbophyllum amazonicum is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum amazonicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum amazonicum?

Bulbophyllum amazonicum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum amazonicum?

Amazonian bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum amazonicum native to?

Tropical America

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-25120: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.