Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 45: 8 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500125
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum frustrans
- Frustrating Bulbophyllum
- Frustrating Orchid
Synonyms
- Hapalochilus frustrans (J.J.Sm.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum frustrans (also called Frustrating Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a clump-forming habit and grows to a height of 0.3m. It has dark green, leathery leaves and yellowish-white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum frustrans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum frustrans has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum frustrans is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum frustrans
Bulbophyllum frustrans can be found in Southeast Asia.
Bulbophyllum frustrans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum frustrans?
Bulbophyllum frustrans
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum frustrans?
Frustrating Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum frustrans?
Bulbophyllum frustrans is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforests.
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,