Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
grandiflorum
ID:
506313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Rumphia 4: 42 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505645



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum grandiflorum
  • Large-flowered Bulbophyllum
  • Large-flowered Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hyalosema grandiflorum Rolfe [unknown]
  • Phyllorkis grandiflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sarcopodium grandiflorum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ephippium grandiflorum Blume [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis grandiflora (Griff.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum grandiflorum (also called 'Large-flowered Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum grandiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum grandiflorum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum grandiflorum is a slow-growing, evergreen epiphyte that grows up to 1m (3ft) tall. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of mature plants.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum grandiflorum

Bulbophyllum grandiflorum is found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Guyana and Brazil.

Bulbophyllum grandiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum grandiflorum?

Bulbophyllum grandiflorum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum grandiflorum?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum grandiflorum?

Large-flowered Bulbophyllum, Large-flowered Bulbophyllum Orchid

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,

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