Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
granulosum
ID:
506561

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barb.Rodr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Gen. Spec. Orchid. 1: 41 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505893



Common Names

  • Granular bulbophyllum
  • Granular orchid
  • Bulbophyllum granulosum


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Synonyms

  • Didactyle granulosa Barb.Rodr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum granulosum (also called Granular Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, white flowers in the spring. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum granulosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum granulosum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum granulosum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum granulosum

Bulbophyllum granulosum can be found in India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum granulosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum granulosum?

Bulbophyllum granulosum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum granulosum?

Orchidaceae

Where is Bulbophyllum granulosum native to?

Tropical 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-26028: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.