Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
heteroblepharon
ID:
510541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 807 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509873



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon
  • Heteroblepharon Bulbophyllum
  • Heteroblepharon Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon (also called Heteroblepharon Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests. It has small, white flowers and dark green foliage.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon

Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon?

Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon

What is the family of Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum heteroblepharon?

Tropical forests and woodlands

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-26080: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.