Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
amoenum
ID:
455064

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 5: 398 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454396



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum amoenum
  • Lovely Bulbophyllum
  • Lovely Orchid


Searching for Bulbophyllum amoenum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Bulbophyllum amoenum (also called Lovely Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid, usually growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and is found in a variety of habitats, from rainforests to grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum amoenum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments like fever, headache, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum amoenum has small, yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

Searching for Bulbophyllum amoenum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum amoenum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-draining soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum amoenum

Bulbophyllum amoenum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It can be found in wetland habitats such as swamps, marshes, and floodplains.

Bulbophyllum amoenum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum amoenum?

Bulbophyllum amoenum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum amoenum?

Beautiful Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum amoenum?

Moist meadows, marshes, and wet woodlands

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-25132: Based on the initial data import
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.