Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
galactanthum
ID:
502310

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 378 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501642



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum galactanthum
  • Galactanthum Bulbophyllum
  • Galactanthum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum galactanthum (also called Milky Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found growing in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum galactanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum galactanthum has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum galactanthum is a tropical plant native to Brazil. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic plant that grows on trees or rocks in humid forests. It can be propagated by division or from seed. It requires a warm and humid environment with bright indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum galactanthum

Bulbophyllum galactanthum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.

Bulbophyllum galactanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum galactanthum?

Bulbophyllum galactanthum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum galactanthum?

Milk-flower Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum galactanthum?

It is native to Brazil and is found in humid forests

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-25956: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.