Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
auricomum
ID:
460435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. Sig. 2: 50. 1830 [Mai 1830]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459767



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum auricomum
  • Golden-haired Bulbophyllum
  • Golden-haired Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis auricoma Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum foenisecii C.S.P.Parish ex Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum tripetaloides Schltr. [unknown]
  • Dendrobium tripetaloides Roxb. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis auricoma (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum auricomum (also called Golden Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum auricomum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of fuel wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum auricomum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum auricomum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and can tolerate a range of soils. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum auricomum

Bulbophyllum auricomum is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Bulbophyllum auricomum FAQ

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum auricomum?

Bulbophyllum auricomum is an epiphytic orchid.

Where does Bulbophyllum auricomum grow?

Bulbophyllum auricomum grows in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade.

What color are the flowers of Bulbophyllum auricomum?

The flowers of Bulbophyllum auricomum are usually yellow or white.

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-25221: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.