Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
elevatopunctatum
ID:
491699

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 2: 99 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491031



Common Names

  • Elevated-spotted Bulbophyllum
  • High-dotted Bulbophyllum
  • High-spotted Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum vinaceum Ames & C.Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum (also called Elevated-dotted Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a food additive and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum has small, yellow flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Keep the seeds in a warm, humid environment until they germinate.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum

Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum?

Elevato-punctatum Bulbophyllum

What is the scientific name of Elevato-punctatum Bulbophyllum?

Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum

Where is Bulbophyllum elevatopunctatum found?

It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist, shady areas.

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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