Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ecornutum
ID:
491099

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 13: 32 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490431



Common Names

  • Ecornutum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum ecornutum
  • Ecornutum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum cornutum ecornutum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum ecornutum deliense J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum ecornutum teloense J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Hamularia ecornuta (J.J.Sm.) Aver. & Averyanova [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum ecornutum (also called Horned Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and erect stems, with a few leaves and small, tubular, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ecornutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is also used to stabilize slopes and prevent erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum ecornutum sub. verrucatum J.J.Verm., P.O'Byrne & A.L.Lamb

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum ecornutum has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ecornutum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and needs to be kept in a warm, humid environment. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ecornutum

Bulbophyllum ecornutum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Bulbophyllum ecornutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum ecornutum?

Bulbophyllum ecornutum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum ecornutum?

Horned Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum ecornutum?

It is native to tropical regions of 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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