Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
auratum
ID:
460258

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 261 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459590



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum auratum
  • Auratum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Auratum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis aurata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum borneense J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum campanulatum Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum auratum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum borneense Schltr. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum campanulatum (Rolfe) Rolfe [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum auratum (Lindl.) Ridl. [deprecated]
  • Phyllorchis aurata (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum auratum (also called golden bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and grows in open forests and grasslands, up to 1000 m in elevation. The leaves are ovate and the inflorescence is a terminal raceme.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum auratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and a pleasing scent. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum auratum has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum auratum is an evergreen shrub native to China. It grows to a height of up to 4 metres and has a spreading habit. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it can be propagated by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum auratum

Bulbophyllum auratum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum auratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum auratum?

Bulbophyllum auratum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum auratum?

Golden Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum auratum?

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,

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