Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
biantennatum
ID:
463391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 741 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462723



Common Names

  • Biantennatum Orchid
  • Two-Antennae Orchid
  • Double-Antennae Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hyalosema biantennatum Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum biantennatum (also called Two-tailed Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a short stem, reaching up to 5 cm in height, and two long, thin leaves. It is found in humid forests, on the trunks of trees, and on rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum biantennatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for making perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum biantennatum has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum biantennatum is a hardy annual that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny spot and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum biantennatum

Bulbophyllum biantennatum is native to South Africa.

Bulbophyllum biantennatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum biantennatum?

Bulbophyllum biantennatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum biantennatum?

Two-antennaed Bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum biantennatum?

Orchidaceae

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-25261: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.