Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gladiatum
ID:
503842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. 10: 185 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503174



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum gladiatum
  • Gladiatum Bulbophyllum
  • Gladiatum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis gladiata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum nemorosum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum ochraceum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum quadricolor Cogn. [unknown]
  • Didactyle nemorosa Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Didactyle ochracea Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Didactyle quadricolor Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis gladiata (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum gladiatum (also called Gladiatum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with a single, fleshy, leathery leaf. It is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America, and is found in humid forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum gladiatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum gladiatum is a pink, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum gladiatum is a low-growing, perennial herb found in open woodland and grassy areas. It has small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum gladiatum

Bulbophyllum gladiatum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum gladiatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum gladiatum?

Bulbophyllum gladiatum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum gladiatum?

A shrub

Where is Bulbophyllum gladiatum found?

It is found in South America

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-25988: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.