Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dichotomum
ID:
487702

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 19: 5 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487034



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum dichotomum
  • Dichotomum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Dichotomum


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Description

Bulbophyllum dichotomum (also called Two-forked 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 dichotomum 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 dichotomum 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 dichotomum is an epiphytic orchid native to South East Asia. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. The divisions or seeds should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum dichotomum

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

Bulbophyllum dichotomum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum dichotomum?

Bulbophyllum dichotomum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum dichotomum?

Dichotomous Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum dichotomum?

Tropical rainforests 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,

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