Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cupreum
ID:
481940

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24(Misc.): 95 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481272



Common Names

  • Cupreum Bulbophyllum
  • Cupreum Orchid
  • Cupreum Flower


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis cuprea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum pechei Bull [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis cuprea (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum cupreum (also called copper bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cupreum is used as an ornamental plant for landscaping and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum cupreum has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three or four. Its seeds are small and winged, and its seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cupreum is a slow-growing evergreen perennial that can reach heights of up to 30 cm (12 in). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in the spring or by seed, which should be sown in the fall in a cold frame.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cupreum

Bulbophyllum cupreum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum cupreum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cupreum?

Bulbophyllum cupreum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum cupreum?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum cupreum native to?

India

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-25619: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.