Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dichroma
ID:
487779

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1907: 128 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487111



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum dichroma
  • Two-colored Bulbophyllum
  • Two-colored Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Ione dichroma (Rolfe) Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Monomeria dichroma Schltr. [unknown]
  • Sunipia dichroma (Rolfe) T.B.Nguyen & D.H.Duong [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum jacquetii Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum dichroma (also called two-colored bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along stream banks and in open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum dichroma is a small, evergreen orchid with fragrant, white flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves are used as a source of food for some species of butterflies and moths.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white or yellowish-blue, with five petals. Seed: Small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Leaves are linear, with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum dichroma is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum dichroma

Bulbophyllum dichroma is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, well-drained soils. It is also found in parts of Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum dichroma FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum dichroma?

Two-Colored Bulbophyllum

What is the growth habit of Bulbophyllum dichroma?

It is an epiphytic orchid with a climbing growth habit.

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum dichroma?

It is native to tropical Asia and Australia.

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,