Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
didymotropis
ID:
487980

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 33: 53 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487312



Common Names

  • Didymotropis Orchid
  • Didymotropis Orchid
  • Bulbophyllum didymotropis


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Description

Bulbophyllum didymotropis (also called Two-lobed Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum didymotropis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: purple, 5 petals, 2-3 cm in diameter. Seed: small, dark brown, oblong. Seedlings: small, oval leaves, with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum didymotropis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum didymotropis

Bulbophyllum didymotropis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in wet grasslands and marshes.

Bulbophyllum didymotropis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum didymotropis?

Bulbophyllum didymotropis

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum didymotropis?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum didymotropis native to?

Indonesia

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-25708: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.