Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
falcatum
ID:
495055

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 258 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000494387



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum falcatum
  • Falcatum Bulbophyllum
  • Falcatum's Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Megaclinium falcatum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Phyllorkis falcata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis falcata (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum falcatum (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 falcatum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum falcatum var. bufo (Lindl.) Govaerts
Bulbophyllum falcatum var. falcatum
Bulbophyllum falcatum var. velutinum (Lindl.) J.J.Verm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum falcatum has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single, upright stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum falcatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade to full shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum falcatum

Bulbophyllum falcatum is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum falcatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum falcatum?

Bulbophyllum falcatum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum falcatum?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What is the average height of Bulbophyllum falcatum?

Up to 20 cm

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