Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hirtulum
ID:
511557

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 38: 71 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510889



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum hirtulum
  • Hirtulum Bulbophyllum
  • Hairy Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum trichoglottis sumatranum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum cincinnatum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum trichoglottis Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum hirtulum (also called 'Hairy Bulbophyllum' and 'Hairy Bulbophyllum Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum hirtulum is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum hirtulum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are round and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum hirtulum 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 hirtulum

Bulbophyllum hirtulum is native to India and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Bulbophyllum hirtulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hirtulum?

Bulbophyllum hirtulum

Where is Bulbophyllum hirtulum native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum hirtulum?

It is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae

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,

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