Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dendrochiloides
ID:
486072

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 871 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485404



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides
  • Dendrochiloid Bulbophyllum
  • Tree-shaped Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides (also called Tree-like Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a small, epiphytic orchid, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is found in shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests, in the countries of Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides has small white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist but not soggy, and should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides

Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides is native to tropical forests in South America, particularly in Brazil and Peru.

Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides?

Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides?

Dendrochiloid Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum dendrochiloides?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-25679: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.