Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chlorascens
ID:
473342

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 9: 163 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472674



Common Names

  • Chlorascens Orchid
  • Bulbophyllum Orchid
  • Chlorascens Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum chlorascens (also called Green Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a terrestrial orchid which grows in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum chlorascens is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage, and as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as a purgative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum chlorascens has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The flowers are borne on a thin stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum chlorascens can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Bulbophyllum chlorascens

Bulbophyllum chlorascens is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also found in India, China, and Japan.

Bulbophyllum chlorascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum chlorascens?

Bulbophyllum chlorascens

What is the family of Bulbophyllum chlorascens?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum chlorascens?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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,

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