Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
attenuatum
ID:
459995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1896: 45 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459327



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum attenuatum
  • Attenuate Bulbophyllum
  • Attenuate Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum pugioniforme J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum attenuatum (also called Attenuated Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white lip and a long, thin stem. It grows in humid, shady areas and is often found growing on tree trunks or in mossy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum attenuatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum attenuatum are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum attenuatum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum attenuatum

Bulbophyllum attenuatum can be found in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum attenuatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum attenuatum?

Bulbophyllum attenuatum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum attenuatum?

Bulbophyllum attenuatum is an orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum attenuatum native to?

Bulbophyllum attenuatum is native to 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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