Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
depressum
ID:
486750

Status:
valid

Authors:
King & Pantl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 66: 585 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000486082



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum depressum
  • Depressum Bulbophyllum
  • Depressed Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum acutum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum hastatum Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum sundaicum J.J.Verm. & Schuit. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum depressum (also called Depressed Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and found in open areas and along roadsides. It grows up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum depressum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum depressum is a small, yellowish-greenish flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum depressum 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 depressum

Bulbophyllum depressum is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It can be found in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Bulbophyllum depressum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum depressum?

Bulbophyllum depressum

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What is the family of Bulbophyllum depressum?

Orchidaceae

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-25690: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Robert Pantling (1856-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pantl.' in the authors string.