Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fordii
ID:
499446

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 8: 24 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498778



Common Names

  • Ford's Bulbophyllum
  • Ford's Bulbophylly
  • Ford's Bulbophylly


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum fordii Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum fordii (also called Fordii fordii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, and is a small shrub with white flowers. It grows in shady areas and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum fordii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum fordii has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum fordii is a succulent plant that can be propagated through stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, sunny location and should be given plenty of indirect light. The cuttings should be watered regularly to ensure that the soil is kept moist. The cuttings should be fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum fordii

Bulbophyllum fordii is native to tropical Africa.

Bulbophyllum fordii FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum fordii?

Ford's Bulbophyllum

What is the scientific name of Ford's Bulbophyllum?

Bulbophyllum fordii

What is the growth habit of Ford's Bulbophyllum?

It is an evergreen perennial that grows in a clump with a height of up to 30 cm (12 in).

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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