Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
astelidum
ID:
459573

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Opred. Orkhid. V'etnama : 263 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458905



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum astelidum
  • Bulbophyllum
  • Astelidum


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Description

Bulbophyllum astelidum (also called Star-shaped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum astelidum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and to improve digestion. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum astelidum has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum astelidum is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 12 inches in height. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining potting medium. Propagation is best done through division of the mature plant or through seed sowing. The seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid location until the seedlings have emerged, which can take up to a month.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum astelidum

Bulbophyllum astelidum is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in the countries of Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Bulbophyllum astelidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum astelidum?

Bulbophyllum astelidum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum astelidum?

Astelidum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum astelidum?

Tropical rainforests

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-25205: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.