Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 184 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508619
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum hastiferum
- Spear-Bearing Bulbophyllum
- Bulbofilo de Lanza
Synonyms
- Bulbophyllum crassissimum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum hastiferum (also called Spear-bearing Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum hastiferum is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to India. Non-medical uses of this plant include use as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum hastiferum is small, yellow, and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum hastiferum is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm temperatures and bright indirect light. It is best propagated by division of the rhizome.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum hastiferum
Bulbophyllum hastiferum can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.
Bulbophyllum hastiferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hastiferum?
Bulbophyllum hastiferum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum hastiferum?
Hastiferum
Where is Bulbophyllum hastiferum found?
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,