Bulbophyllum biserratum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biserratum
ID:
912454
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 26: 135 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911789
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Biserratum
- Two-Toothed Bulbophyllum
- Two-Toothed Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum biserratum (also called 'Biserratum Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in humid forests. Its leaves are lanceolate, and its flowers are white to yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum biserratum is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum biserratum has small, yellow flowers with a white lip. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and yellowish-green in color.
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Bulbophyllum biserratum is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is usually propagated by division or seed. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The plant prefers partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum biserratum
Bulbophyllum biserratum can be found in tropical Asia, from India to southern China.
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-456675: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.