Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fuscopurpureum
ID:
501725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 5: t. 1651 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501057



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Fuscopurpureum
  • Purple-brown Bulbophyllum
  • Purple-brown Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis fuscopurpurea Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum (also called Brown-Purple Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It typically grows on the branches of trees in rainforests. Its leaves are long and narrow, and its flowers are brownish-purple.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum is used as an ornamental plant, and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum is purple in color and has five petals. The seed is dark brown in color and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum is an evergreen epiphyte that can reach up to 4 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum

Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist areas such as riverbanks, swamps, and wet forests.

Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum?

Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum?

Purple-brown Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum?

Bulbophyllum fuscopurpureum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and 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-25947: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.