Bulbophyllum curvimentatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curvimentatum
ID:
482661
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 54: 137 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481993
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum curvimentatum
- Curved Bulbophyllum
- Curved Bulbophyllum Orchid
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Bulbophyllum curvimentatum (also called Curved Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic plant with long, curved leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum curvimentatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum curvimentatum has small yellow flowers, small brown seeds and small seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum curvimentatum is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum curvimentatum
Bulbophyllum curvimentatum is native to Vietnam and can be found in the mountains of the Annamite Range.
Bulbophyllum curvimentatum FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum curvimentatum?
Bulbophyllum curvimentatum is native to tropical Asia.
What is the average height of Bulbophyllum curvimentatum?
Bulbophyllum curvimentatum typically grows to a height of 3-4 feet.
What is the average lifespan of Bulbophyllum curvimentatum?
Bulbophyllum curvimentatum has an average lifespan of 10-15 years.
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-25627: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.