Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dependens
ID:
486683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 844 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000486015



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Dependens
  • Dependent Bulbophyllum
  • Dependent Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum dependens (also called Dependent Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in wet montane forests. This plant has a shrub-like growth habit, with stems that reach up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape, and are typically yellow-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum dependens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum dependens has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together on the stem. The flowers have a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small and round and are contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum dependens is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub with a spreading habit. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has a spread of 1-2 feet. It has bright green, linear leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum dependens

Bulbophyllum dependens is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. It is usually found growing on trees in tropical forests.

Bulbophyllum dependens FAQ

What is the growth rate of Bulbophyllum dependens?

Bulbophyllum dependens is a slow-growing plant.

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum dependens prefer?

Bulbophyllum dependens prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much sunlight does Bulbophyllum dependens need?

Bulbophyllum dependens needs partial shade to full sun.

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-25689: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.