Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
exiguiflorum
ID:
494274

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 840 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493606



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Exiguiflorum
  • Exiguiflorum Bulbophyllum
  • Exiguiflorum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum exiguiflorum (also called Small-flowered 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 exiguiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a variety of medicinal uses, including as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum exiguiflorum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum exiguiflorum is a tropical orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic species that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix, such as bark or sphagnum moss. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome. The divisions should be planted in a potting mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum exiguiflorum

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

Bulbophyllum exiguiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum exiguiflorum?

Bulbophyllum exiguiflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum exiguiflorum?

Small-flowered Bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum exiguiflorum?

Orchidaceae

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-25830: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.