Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
appendiculatum
ID:
457758

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 8: 22 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457090



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum appendiculatum
  • Appendiculate Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Mastigion appendiculatum (Rolfe) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum appendiculatum Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum appendiculatum (also called 'Appendage Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species that is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum appendiculatum is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum appendiculatum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum appendiculatum is a fast-growing, evergreen epiphyte that can reach up to 12 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum appendiculatum

Bulbophyllum appendiculatum can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum appendiculatum FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum appendiculatum?

Appendiculate Bulbophyllum

What is the scientific name of Appendiculate Bulbophyllum?

Bulbophyllum appendiculatum

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum appendiculatum?

India

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,

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