Status:
valid
Authors:
Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 4: 302 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508221
Common Names
- Hapalanthos Bulbophyllum
- Hapalanthos
- Bulbophyllum Hapalanthos
Description
Bulbophyllum hapalanthos (also called Soft-leaved Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 10–20 cm. It prefers moist soils and is often found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum hapalanthos is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum hapalanthos has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are borne on a short, erect inflorescence. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum hapalanthos is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or early summer, or by seed in spring.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum hapalanthos
Bulbophyllum hapalanthos is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the countries of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Bulbophyllum hapalanthos FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hapalanthos?
Bulbophyllum hapalanthos
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum hapalanthos?
Soft-haired Bulbophyllum
What is the flowering season of Bulbophyllum hapalanthos?
Spring
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,