Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hexarhopalon
ID:
510789

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 83 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510121



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Hexarhopalon
  • Hexarhopalon Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

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

Description

Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon (also called 'Hexarhopalon Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in containers or raised beds. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon

Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon is native to tropical Asia and can be found in the tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon?

Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Bulbophyllum hexarhopalon found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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-26084: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.