Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
deminutum
ID:
485788

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 9: 176 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485120



Common Names

  • Deminutum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Deminutum
  • Deminutum Plant


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Description

Bulbophyllum deminutum (also called Dwarf Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping habit, with small, oval-shaped leaves and tiny white flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests, and is often found in areas with high humidity and rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum deminutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. The leaves are used to make herbal tea and the roots are used to make a medicinal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum deminutum is small and white in color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are usually light green with a glossy appearance.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum deminutum is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum deminutum

Bulbophyllum deminutum is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum deminutum FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum deminutum?

Dwarf Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum deminutum?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Bulbophyllum deminutum?

Up to 6 inches

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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