Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
folliculiferum
ID:
499075

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 13: 69 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498407



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum folliculiferum
  • Folliculiferum Bulbophyllum
  • Folliculiferum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Vesicisepalum folliculiferum (J.J.Sm.) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum folliculiferum (also called Folliculiferous Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and long, thin leaves. It grows in humid, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum folliculiferum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum folliculiferum has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum folliculiferum is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is best done from division of the rhizomes or from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum folliculiferum

Bulbophyllum folliculiferum is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along stream banks.

Bulbophyllum folliculiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum folliculiferum?

Bulbophyllum folliculiferum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum folliculiferum?

Orchidaceae

Where is Bulbophyllum folliculiferum native to?

Africa

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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