Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
flexuosum
ID:
498748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 825 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498080



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum flexuosum
  • Bulbophyllum flexuosum
  • Bulbophyllum flexuosum


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Description

Bulbophyllum flexuosum (also called Flexuous Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has long, thin stems with small, yellow flowers and a distinctively curved shape. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum flexuosum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum flexuosum has small, white flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum flexuosum is a terrestrial orchid that is best propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Once established, the plant requires little care.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum flexuosum

Bulbophyllum flexuosum can be found in moist meadows, bogs, and wet woods in the eastern United States and Canada.

Bulbophyllum flexuosum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum flexuosum?

Bulbophyllum flexuosum is found in tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia.

What is the preferred soil type for Bulbophyllum flexuosum?

Bulbophyllum flexuosum prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Bulbophyllum flexuosum?

Bulbophyllum flexuosum prefers warm temperatures, between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

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-25903: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.