Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
amphorimorphum
ID:
455145

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 14: 151 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454477



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum amphorimorphum
  • Amphoriform Bulbophyllum
  • Amphoriform Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum amphorimorphum (also called Amphora-shaped 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 amphorimorphum 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 amphorimorphum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum amphorimorphum 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 amphorimorphum

Bulbophyllum amphorimorphum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Bulbophyllum amphorimorphum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum amphorimorphum?

Bulbophyllum amphorimorphum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum amphorimorphum?

Amphora-shaped Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum amphorimorphum?

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,