Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dichilus
ID:
487632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 813 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000486964



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum dichilus
  • Dichilus Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Dichilus


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Synonyms

  • Diphyes cryptantha Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]
  • Diphyes dichilus (Schltr.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum dichilus (also called Two-lobed Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a short stem with small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped seeds. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils and is found in open, sunny areas such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum dichilus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make medicines for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum dichilus has small, yellow flowers with a red-brown lip. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum dichilus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist potting mix. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and kept in full sun.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum dichilus

Bulbophyllum dichilus is native to Malaysia and can be found growing in moist, tropical forests.

Bulbophyllum dichilus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum dichilus?

Bulbophyllum dichilus

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum dichilus?

Two-lipped Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum dichilus found?

It is found in 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25703: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.