Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bryophytoides
ID:
917824

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.A.Fisch. & Andriant.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 345 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917159



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum bryophytoides
  • Bryophytoides Bulbophyllum
  • Bryophytoides Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum bryophytoides (also called Bulbophyllum bryophytoides, among many other common names) is a perennial epiphyte native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has a creeping stem and small, linear leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum bryophytoides is used for its ornamental value in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum bryophytoides has small, yellow flowers with red centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum bryophytoides is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-drained, organic potting mix. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C (77-86°F).

Where to Find Bulbophyllum bryophytoides

Bulbophyllum bryophytoides is native to India and Sri Lanka.

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-462484: Based on the initial data import
Gunter A. Fischer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Jacky Andriantiana: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andriant.' in the authors string.