Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
edentatum
ID:
491197

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 6: 92 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490529



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Edentatum
  • Edentatum Bulbophyllum
  • Toothless Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum edentatum (also called 'Toothless Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum edentatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum edentatum is a small, yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum edentatum can be propagated by division. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into sections with each section having at least one shoot and some roots. The divisions should be planted in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum edentatum

Bulbophyllum edentatum can be found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Bulbophyllum edentatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum edentatum?

Bulbophyllum edentatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum edentatum?

Edentatum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum edentatum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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,