Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hirsutiusculum
ID:
511377

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 6: 114 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510709



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum
  • Hairy Bulbophyllum
  • Hairy Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum (also called 'Hairy Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests. It has small, white flowers and long, thin leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum are small and white, with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum

Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum?

Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum hirsutiusculum?

Tropical rainforest

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,