Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Lindenia 8: 33 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454944
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum anceps
- Bulbophyllum-anceps
- Bulbophyllum Anceps
Synonyms
- Bulbophyllum racemosum Rolfe [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum anceps (also called Two-Lobed Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical regions and is found in humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum anceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum anceps has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum anceps is an epiphytic orchid that can grow up to 1 m tall. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from clumps of established plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum anceps
Bulbophyllum anceps can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Bulbophyllum anceps FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum anceps?
Bulbophyllum anceps
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum anceps?
Two-edged Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum anceps?
Tropical rainforests
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,