Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bifarium
ID:
464403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 219 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000463735



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum
  • Orchid
  • Fairy Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis bifaria Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum pallescens Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis bifaria (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum bifarium (also called Two-Lobed Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid of the family Orchidaceae. It has small yellow flowers, and its native regions are tropical Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in humid forests and on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum bifarium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum bifarium is yellow in colour and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin with a pale green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum bifarium is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It is best grown in a sheltered position and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum bifarium

Bulbophyllum bifarium can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum bifarium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum bifarium?

Bulbophyllum bifarium

What is the family of Bulbophyllum bifarium?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum bifarium?

Tropical forests

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