Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
densum
ID:
486488

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thouars

Source:
wcs

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Hist. Orchid. : t. 108 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485820



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum densum
  • Dense Bulbophyllum
  • Dense Bulb


Searching for Bulbophyllum densum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis densa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis densa (Thouars) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum densum (also called 'Dense Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small, perennial epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows in humid, shady areas and is characterized by its dense, ovate-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum densum is used to treat skin ailments and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum densum is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

Searching for Bulbophyllum densum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum densum can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum densum

Bulbophyllum densum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum densum FAQ

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum densum?

Bulbophyllum densum is commonly known as 'Dense Bulbophyllum'

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum densum?

Bulbophyllum densum is native to Central and South America

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum densum prefer?

Bulbophyllum densum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil

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