Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
anguliferum
ID:
456187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames & C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 6: 164 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455519



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Anguliferum
  • Angular Bulbophyllum
  • Angular Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum anguliferum (also called Angled Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub, up to 1.5 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum anguliferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum anguliferum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The flowers have five petals and are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with thin, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum anguliferum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum anguliferum

Bulbophyllum anguliferum is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Bulbophyllum anguliferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum anguliferum?

Bulbophyllum anguliferum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum anguliferum?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What is the flower color of Bulbophyllum anguliferum?

White or yellowish

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-25151: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.