Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bicolor
ID:
463632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 49 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462964



Common Names

  • Two-colored Bulbophyllum
  • Two-colored Orchid
  • Two-colored Bulb


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis bicolor Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum bicolor Rolfe [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis bicolor (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum bicolor (also called 'Bicolor Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem with small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum bicolor is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, and the seedlings are small, dark green plants with five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum bicolor is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum bicolor

Bulbophyllum bicolor is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in tropical rainforests in Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Bulbophyllum bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum bicolor?

Bulbophyllum bicolor

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum bicolor?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum bicolor?

Woodlands and meadows

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-25264: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.