Status:
valid
Authors:
Bosser
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 5: 394 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512316
Common Names
- Horizontal Bulbophyllum
- Flat Bulbophyllum
- Lying Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum horizontale (also called Horizontal Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 0.2-0.5 m and has yellow flowers with three petals. It typically grows in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum horizontale is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum horizontale has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum horizontale is an epiphytic orchid that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a warm, shady spot. Water regularly to keep the soil moist.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum horizontale
Bulbophyllum horizontale is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.
Bulbophyllum horizontale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum horizontale?
Bulbophyllum horizontale
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum horizontale?
Horizontal Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum horizontale?
It is native to tropical regions of South America.
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,