Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
flaviflorum
ID:
498288

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Liu & Su) Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., Sér. 3, Bot. 71(5): 109 (1972 publ. 1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497620



Common Names

  • Yellow-Flowered Bulbophyllum
  • Yellow Bulbophyllum
  • Yellow Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum flaviflorum Liu & Su [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum flaviflorum (also called Yellow-flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with yellow flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum flaviflorum is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a hedge or a screen. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum flaviflorum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum flaviflorum is a low-growing, spreading shrub that grows to a height of up to 1.5m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum flaviflorum

Bulbophyllum flaviflorum is native to tropical and subtropical climates, primarily in Asia.

Bulbophyllum flaviflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum flaviflorum?

Bulbophyllum flaviflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum flaviflorum?

Yellow-flowered Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum flaviflorum?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Australia

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,