Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 2: 87 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000494929
Common Names
- Farinulentum Bulbophyllum
- Farinulentum's Bulbophyllum
- Farinulentum Mountain Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum farinulentum (also called 'Farinulent Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum farinulentum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to control erosion on slopes and in rock gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Bulbophyllum farinulentum sub. densissimum (Carr) J.J.Verm.
Bulbophyllum farinulentum sub. farinulentum
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum farinulentum has small yellow flowers with red spots. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have fleshy leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum farinulentum is a tropical plant that can be cultivated in a warm and humid environment. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum farinulentum
Bulbophyllum farinulentum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Bulbophyllum farinulentum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum farinulentum?
Bulbophyllum farinulentum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum farinulentum?
Farinulent Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum farinulentum?
Tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
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,