Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fulgens
ID:
501140

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Blumea 41: 361 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500472



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum fulgens
  • Shining Bulbophyllum
  • Shining Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum fulgens (also called Shining Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in lowland and hill forests. It is an epiphytic orchid, typically reaching heights of 20-30 cm. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate and its flowers are yellow-orange, measuring 1-2 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum fulgens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum fulgens has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single seed leaf and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum fulgens is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to tropical Africa. Propagation is usually done through division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 10-15 cm.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum fulgens

Bulbophyllum fulgens can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum fulgens FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Bulbophyllum fulgens

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum fulgens?

Bulbophyllum fulgens is a species of orchid.

Where is Bulbophyllum fulgens found?

Bulbophyllum fulgens 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-25939: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.