Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 39: 3 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000494599
Common Names
- Falcifer Bulbophyllum
- Falcifer's Bulbophyllum
- Falciferum Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum falciferum (also called 'Sickle-Leaf Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical forests. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It has long, curved leaves that are green in color, and its flowers are yellow-orange.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum falciferum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and produces small yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum falciferum has a small, yellow flower with a curved tube and a three-lobed lip. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum falciferum can be propagated from division. Divisions should be taken from healthy clumps and planted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum falciferum
Bulbophyllum falciferum is native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Bulbophyllum falciferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum falciferum?
Bulbophyllum falciferum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum falciferum?
Tropical rainforests
What is the flowering period of Bulbophyllum falciferum?
Spring to summer
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,