Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
claptonense
ID:
475402

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Garden (London, 1871-1927) 52(no. 1343): 114. 1897 [14 Aug 1897]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474734



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum claptonense
  • Claptonense Bulbophyllum
  • Claptonense Bulbophyllum Plant


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Description

Bulbophyllum claptonense (also called Clapton Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along streams. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate to ovate-lanceolate, and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum claptonense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum claptonense is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum claptonense is a tropical epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining orchid mix and kept in a bright, humid location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum claptonense

Bulbophyllum claptonense is native to India.

Bulbophyllum claptonense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum claptonense?

Bulbophyllum claptonense

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum claptonense?

Common names of Bulbophyllum claptonense include Clapton's bulbophyllum and Clapton's false bulbophyllum.

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum claptonense?

Bulbophyllum claptonense is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae.

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,