Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fissibrachium
ID:
497618

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 9: 166 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496950



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum fissibrachium
  • Bulbophyllum
  • Leafless Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum fissibrachium (also called Fissured Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid which grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum fissibrachium is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum fissibrachium has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, thin leaves with a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum fissibrachium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, from tropical to temperate. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum fissibrachium

Bulbophyllum fissibrachium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum fissibrachium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum fissibrachium?

Bulbophyllum fissibrachium

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum fissibrachium?

The natural habitat of Bulbophyllum fissibrachium is tropical rainforests.

What is the average size of Bulbophyllum fissibrachium?

The average size of Bulbophyllum fissibrachium is about 1-2 feet in height.

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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