Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 52: 279 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470185
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum carrianum
- Carrianum Bulbophyllum
- Carrianum Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum carrianum (also called Carrian's bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a short, tufted stem and narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas such as grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum carrianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum carrianum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum carrianum is a terrestrial or epiphytic orchid. It can be propagated by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. The plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum carrianum
Bulbophyllum carrianum can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
Bulbophyllum carrianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum carrianum?
Bulbophyllum carrianum
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum carrianum?
Bulbophyllum carrianum is an epiphytic orchid.
Where does Bulbophyllum carrianum grow?
Bulbophyllum carrianum grows in tropical rainforests 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,