Status:
valid
Authors:
M.R.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Malayan Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 5: 269 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511421
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum hodgsonii
- Hodgson's Bulbophyllum
- Himalayan Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum hodgsonii (also called Hodgson's bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a rounded shape with a dense canopy and long, drooping branches. It grows in moist, warm climates in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum hodgsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum hodgsonii are small and yellowish-green, with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and brown, with a pointed end. The seedlings are dark green, with a conical shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum hodgsonii can be propagated by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach heights of up to 105 feet.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum hodgsonii
Bulbophyllum hodgsonii is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, where it is found in the mountains of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Myanmar.
Bulbophyllum hodgsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hodgsonii?
Bulbophyllum hodgsonii
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum hodgsonii?
Hodgson's Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum hodgsonii?
It is native to the tropical forests of India and 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,