Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
glutinosum
ID:
504618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(5): 597 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503950



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum glutinosum
  • Sticky Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum luederwaldtii Hoehne & Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum ricaldonei Leite [unknown]
  • Didactyle glutinosa Barb.Rodr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum glutinosum (also called Glutinous Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in humid forests and near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum glutinosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pains.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum glutinosum flower is a small, white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum glutinosum is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established. Division of the rootstock should be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum glutinosum

Bulbophyllum glutinosum is native to India and Sri Lanka and can be found in tropical forests.

Bulbophyllum glutinosum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum glutinosum?

Bulbophyllum glutinosum is found in the tropical and subtropical dry forests of South America.

What is the typical height of Bulbophyllum glutinosum?

Bulbophyllum glutinosum typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.

What is the typical lifespan of Bulbophyllum glutinosum?

Bulbophyllum glutinosum typically lives for up to 25 years.

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-25998: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.