Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
argyropus
ID:
458694

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Endl.) Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 41: 42 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458026



Common Names

  • Argyropus Orchid
  • Argyropus Bulbophyllum
  • Argyropus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis argyropus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Thelychiton argyropus Endl. [unknown]
  • Adelopetalum argyropus (Endl.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum argyropus (also called Silver-veined Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South-East Asia. It has small white flowers with four petals and silver-veined leaves. It is found in moist tropical forests and woodlands in the region.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum argyropus is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties, and is also used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, insomnia, and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum argyropus has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum argyropus is a small epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The plant should be grown in partial shade and watered regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Division can be done in spring or autumn by carefully separating the roots and replanting in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum argyropus

Bulbophyllum argyropus is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Bulbophyllum argyropus FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum argyropus?

Silver-leaf Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum argyropus?

Rainforest margins and gullies

What is the flowering period of Bulbophyllum argyropus?

Late winter to early summer

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-25191: Based on the initial data import
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.