Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
exaltatum
ID:
494156

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. 10: 186 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493488



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum exaltatum
  • Exalted Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis exaltata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum longispicatum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum vaughanii Brade [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum vittatum Rchb.f. & Warm. [illegitimate]
  • Bulbophyllum warmingianum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Didactyle exaltata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis exaltata (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum exaltatum (also called Exalted Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands. It has alternate, lanceolate leaves and yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum exaltatum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum exaltatum has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in small heads. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum exaltatum is a slow-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub or small tree. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum exaltatum

Bulbophyllum exaltatum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests and dry deciduous forests.

Bulbophyllum exaltatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum exaltatum?

Bulbophyllum exaltatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum exaltatum?

Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum exaltatum?

Tropical rainforests in 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25828: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.