Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
arfakense
ID:
458577

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Fl. Arfak Mts. : 122 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457909



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum arfakense
  • Arfakense
  • Arfakense Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus arfakensis (J.J.Sm.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum arfakense (also called Arfak Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in wet, marshy soils. It is found in wetlands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum arfakense is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant oils. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum arfakense is a small, yellow-green flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum arfakense can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require bright indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum arfakense

Bulbophyllum arfakense is native to New Guinea, and can be found in the provinces of West Papua and Papua.

Bulbophyllum arfakense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum arfakense?

Bulbophyllum arfakense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum arfakense?

Arfakense Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum arfakense?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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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