Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gnomoniferum
ID:
504700

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 2: 209 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504032



Common Names

  • Gnomoniferum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Gnomoniferum
  • Bulbophyllum Gnomoniferum


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Description

Bulbophyllum gnomoniferum (also called 'Gnomon-bearing Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It grows in moist forests and on tree trunks in humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum gnomoniferum 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 gnomoniferum 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 gnomoniferum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum gnomoniferum

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

Bulbophyllum gnomoniferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum gnomoniferum?

Bulbophyllum gnomoniferum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum gnomoniferum?

Gnomoniferum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum gnomoniferum?

Tropical rainforests 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-25999: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.