Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
calceolus
ID:
469551

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 2: 157 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468883



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum calceolus
  • Slipper orchid
  • Basket orchid
  • Cup orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum calceolus (also called Slipper Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a single, thin, leathery leaf and produces a single, fragrant, white flower with a yellow lip. It grows in shady, moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum calceolus is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits. The fruits are used in cooking and for making jams, jellies, and juices.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum calceolus has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum calceolus is a perennial plant that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is usually propagated by division. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum calceolus

Bulbophyllum calceolus is native to tropical regions of Asia and can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum calceolus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum calceolus?

Bulbophyllum calceolus

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum calceolus?

Slippered Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum calceolus found?

Bulbophyllum calceolus is found in Southeast Asia

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-25369: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.