Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
distichobulbum
ID:
489234

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 50: 787 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488566



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum distichobulbum
  • Twin-bulbed Bulbophyllum
  • Twin-bulbed Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum distichobulbum (also called two-rowed bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid with a creeping rhizome, thin roots, and small pseudobulbs with two leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum distichobulbum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headache, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum distichobulbum has small, yellowish-white flowers with five petals and a long, thin style. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum distichobulbum is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum distichobulbum

Bulbophyllum distichobulbum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Fynbos biome.

Bulbophyllum distichobulbum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum distichobulbum?

Bulbophyllum distichobulbum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum distichobulbum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum distichobulbum?

Distichous Bulbophyllum

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-25728: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.