Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
heldiorum
ID:
509576

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 2: 143 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508908



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Heldiorum
  • Heldiorum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Heldiorum Plant


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Synonyms

  • Synarmosepalum heldiorum (J.J.Verm.) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum heldiorum (also called Held's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid forests. It has lanceolate leaves with entire margins and a glossy upper surface.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum heldiorum is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has a pleasant scent and can be used in dried flower arrangements. It can also be used as a ground cover in areas with low light.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum heldiorum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and delicate with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum heldiorum can be propagated by division or tissue culture. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divided plants should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Tissue culture should be done in a sterile environment and the propagated plants should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum heldiorum

Bulbophyllum heldiorum is native to Madagascar and can be found in moist, shady habitats in forests and along streambanks.

Bulbophyllum heldiorum FAQ

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum heldiorum?

Bulbophyllum heldiorum is an orchid.

Where is Bulbophyllum heldiorum found?

Bulbophyllum heldiorum is found in China and Japan.

What is the scientific name for Bulbophyllum heldiorum?

The scientific name for Bulbophyllum heldiorum is Bulbophyllum heldiorum.

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-26068: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.