Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
filicaule
ID:
496644

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 404 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000495976



Common Names

  • Fernlike Bulbophyllum
  • Filicaule Bulbophyllum
  • Fernlike Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum filicaule flavescens J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum filicaule (also called Thread-stemmed Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial epiphytic plant native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in damp, shady places, such as in rainforests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum filicaule is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum filicaule has a small, white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, light green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum filicaule is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum filicaule

Bulbophyllum filicaule is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Bulbophyllum filicaule FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum filicaule?

Bulbophyllum filicaule

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum filicaule?

Filicaule Bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum filicaule?

Orchidaceae

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