Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
amplifolium
ID:
455278

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) N.P.Balakr. & Sud.Chowdhury

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 9: 89 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454610



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum amplifolium
  • Large-leaved Bulbophyllum
  • Large-leaved Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum amplifolium Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum amplifolium (also called Large-leaved Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has a slender stem with a tuft of leaves at the top and grows up to 1m in height. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are white and fragrant. It grows in moist to wet soils, in grasslands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum amplifolium is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum amplifolium has small, white flowers that grow in clusters and are followed by small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped and slightly pointed at the tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum amplifolium is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Divisions should be taken in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum amplifolium

Bulbophyllum amplifolium is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers in the region.

Bulbophyllum amplifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum amplifolium?

Bulbophyllum amplifolium

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum amplifolium?

Large-leaved Bulbophyllum

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum amplifolium prefer?

Bulbophyllum amplifolium prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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-25135: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Nambiyath Puthansurayil Balakrishnan (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Balakr.' in the authors string.
Sudangshu Chowdhury (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sud.Chowdhury' in the authors string.