Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
colubrimodum
ID:
476778

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Schedul. Orchid. 6: 82 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476110



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum colubrimodum
  • Colubrimodum Bulbophyllum
  • Colubrimodum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum colubrimodum (also called Snake-neck Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical Africa. It grows in lowland rainforests, often near rivers, at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum colubrimodum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum colubrimodum has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum colubrimodum is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical forests of South America. It is an easy plant to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil mix. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum colubrimodum

Bulbophyllum colubrimodum can be found in the Andes Mountains in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Bulbophyllum colubrimodum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum colubrimodum?

Bulbophyllum colubrimodum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum colubrimodum?

Bulbophyllum colubrimodum

Where is Bulbophyllum colubrimodum found?

Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia

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-25522: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.