Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bisetum
ID:
465215

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. 10: 186 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464547



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum bisetum
  • Two-spotted Orchid
  • Two-spotted Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis biseta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bolbophyllaria biseta Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum cirrhopetaloides Griff. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis biseta (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum bisetum (also called Two-Set Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Violaceae family. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It is a woody, climbing vine with alternate, simple leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum bisetum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum bisetum has white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum bisetum is a tropical epiphytic orchid that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum bisetum

Bulbophyllum bisetum can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum bisetum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum bisetum?

Bulbophyllum bisetum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum bisetum?

A shrub

Where is Bulbophyllum bisetum found?

It is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas

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-25286: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.