Bulbophyllum flagellare - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flagellare
ID:
497784
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 844 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497116
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum flagellare
- Bulbophyllum
- Clinging Orchid
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Bulbophyllum flagellare (also called Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in moist and wet habitats such as riverbanks, marshes, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum flagellare is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum flagellare is a bright yellow, tubular bloom with red stripes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum flagellare 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 flagellare
Bulbophyllum flagellare is native to tropical Asia.
Bulbophyllum flagellare FAQ
What are the common names of Bulbophyllum flagellare?
Whip Orchid
What is the distribution of Bulbophyllum flagellare?
It is native to Southeast Asia
What are the uses of Bulbophyllum flagellare?
The flowers are used as a source of food coloring
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25886: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.