Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
denticulatum
ID:
486548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1891: 197 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485880



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Denticulatum
  • Denticulate Bulbophyllum
  • Denticulate Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum denticulatum (also called Toothbrush Orchid, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oblong leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in wet, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum denticulatum is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum denticulatum is a small, yellow bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum denticulatum can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The plant prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum denticulatum

Bulbophyllum denticulatum is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Bulbophyllum denticulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum denticulatum?

Bulbophyllum denticulatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum denticulatum?

Toothed Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum denticulatum found?

It is found in tropical areas of Southeast 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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