Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hirtum
ID:
511653

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Numer. List : n.º 1989 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510985



Common Names

  • Hairy Bulbophyllum
  • Hairy Orchid
  • Bulbophyllum Hirtum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis hirta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Stelis hirta Sm. [unknown]
  • Tribrachia hirta Lindl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum kerrii Rolfe [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum suave Griff. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis hirta (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum hirtum (also called 'Hairy bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in wet tropical forests. It is an evergreen perennial herb with lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum hirtum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used as a natural air freshener. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum hirtum is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Bulbophyllum hirtum: Bulbophyllum hirtum is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial to full shade. Propagation is done by division or seed. Division is done in the spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section replanted. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum hirtum

Bulbophyllum hirtum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum hirtum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hirtum?

Bulbophyllum hirtum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum hirtum?

Hairy Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum hirtum native to?

Southeast 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-26097: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.