Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chloropterum
ID:
473480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 22: 835 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472812



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Chloropterum
  • Chloropterum Bulbophyllum
  • Chloropte Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis chloroptera Kuntze [unknown]
  • Didactyle galeata Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis chloroptera (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum chloropterum (also called Green-winged Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum chloropterum is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum chloropterum has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum chloropterum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum chloropterum

Bulbophyllum chloropterum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum chloropterum FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Bulbophyllum chloropterum?

Bulbophyllum chloropterum prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the optimal light level for Bulbophyllum chloropterum?

Bulbophyllum chloropterum prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the optimal humidity level for Bulbophyllum chloropterum?

Bulbophyllum chloropterum prefers a humidity level of 50-70%.

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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