Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aristatum
ID:
458828

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Hemsl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 3: 213 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458160



Common Names

  • Aristatum
  • Aristatum Pink Tassels
  • Aristatum Tassel Bush


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis aristata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bolbophyllaria aristata Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis aristata (Hemsl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum aristatum (also called 'Aristate Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It has a single, thin leaf and a single, small flower. It is found in tropical rainforests, often growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum aristatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum aristatum is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum aristatum is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum aristatum

Bulbophyllum aristatum is found in tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum aristatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum aristatum?

Bulbophyllum aristatum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum aristatum?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum aristatum found?

It is found in tropical Africa

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-25193: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.