Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
heterorhopalon
ID:
510605

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 882 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509937



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon
  • Heterorhopalon Bulbophyllum
  • Heterorhopalon Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Epicranthes heterorhopalon (Schltr.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon (also called Heterorhopalon Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a thick, fleshy rhizome and grows to a height of about 30–50 cm. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to make tea and has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have green leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon can be propagated by division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon

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

Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon?

Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon?

Heterorhopalon

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum heterorhopalon?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and 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-26081: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.