Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
falcatocaudatum
ID:
495012

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 13: 68 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000494344



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum
  • Falcatocaudatum Bulbophyllum
  • Falcatocaudatum's Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum (also called Hooked Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has a pendulous habit and produces small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and prefers acidic soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in rock gardens. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant. It is also used as a ground cover and in borders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum has yellow flowers with red centers and is pollinated by hummingbirds. The seeds are small and black and germinate slowly. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum is an evergreen perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation can be done by division in spring or by seed in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum

Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum?

Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum?

Falcate-tailed Bulbophyllum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum falcatocaudatum?

Orchid

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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