Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fallax
ID:
495529

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 6: 558 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000494861



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Fallax
  • Deceptive Bulbophyllum
  • Deceptive Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum fallax (also called false bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in humid forests, often on rocks or trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum fallax is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating respiratory problems and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum fallax has yellow flowers, small, black, shiny seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum fallax is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix, such as a mixture of bark and sphagnum moss. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizome in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum fallax

Bulbophyllum fallax is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in the countries of Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.

Bulbophyllum fallax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum fallax?

Bulbophyllum fallax

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum fallax?

Deceptive Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum fallax?

Tropical rainforests

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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