Bulbophyllum dewildei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dewildei
ID:
487181
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Blumea 41: 364 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000486513
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum dewildei
- De Wild's Bulbophyllum
- De Wild's Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum dewildei (also called 'Dewild's Bulbophyllum' and 'Dewild's Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has bright green leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum dewildei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum dewildei is yellow in color and has a white-tipped lip. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum dewildei is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m (3.3 ft) tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or tissue culture.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum dewildei
Bulbophyllum dewildei is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. It is usually found growing on trees in tropical forests.
Bulbophyllum dewildei FAQ
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum dewildei?
Dewilde's bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum dewildei?
Tropical rainforests
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum dewildei?
Bulbophyllum dewildei
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-25697: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.