Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cuspidipetalum
ID:
482789

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 15: 17 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482121



Common Names

  • Cuspidipetalum Bulbophyllum
  • Cuspidipetalum Orchid
  • Cuspidipetalum


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Description

Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum (also called Cuspidate-Petaled Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum is used for ornamental purposes, as well as for medicinal and food purposes. It is also used to make paper, furniture, and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F). It should not be pruned.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum

Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in dry, open areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum?

Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum?

Cuspidipetalum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum cuspidipetalum?

Tropical Asia

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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