Bulbophyllum fukuyamae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fukuyamae
ID:
501044
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tuyama
Source:
wcs
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 17: 518 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500376
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum
- Fukuyamae Bulbophyllum
- Fukuyamae Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum fukuyamae (also called Fukuyama's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has an upright habit and is covered in small, white flowers. The plant is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum fukuyamae is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum fukuyamae are small and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum fukuyamae is an epiphytic orchid that grows best in partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum fukuyamae
Bulbophyllum fukuyamae can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Bulbophyllum fukuyamae FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Bulbophyllum fukuyamae
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum fukuyamae?
Bulbophyllum fukuyamae is a species of orchid.
Where is Bulbophyllum fukuyamae found?
Bulbophyllum fukuyamae is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
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-25938: Based on the initial data import
Takasi Tuyama (1910-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tuyama' in the authors string.