Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fruticicola
ID:
500874

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee , Nachtr.: 202 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500206



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum fruticicola
  • Fruticicola Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Fruticicola


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Synonyms

  • Fruticicola albopunctata M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum fruticicola (also called Shrubby Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. It is found in evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum fruticicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum fruticicola is a small, yellow, four-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum fruticicola is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum fruticicola

Bulbophyllum fruticicola can be found in the Philippines, specifically on the island of Samar.

Bulbophyllum fruticicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum fruticicola?

Bulbophyllum fruticicola

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum fruticicola?

Bushy Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum fruticicola?

Bulbophyllum fruticicola is native to India and Sri Lanka.

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-25936: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.