Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hymenochilum
ID:
513433

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 34: 252 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512765



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Hymenochilum
  • Hymenochilum Bulbophyllum
  • Hymenochilum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum rhombifolium (Carr) Masam. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum rhombifolium Carr [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum hymenochilum (also called Hymenochilus, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It grows on the trunks and branches of trees in humid, tropical forests. It has small, bright green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum hymenochilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a windbreak, and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum hymenochilum is a small, yellow-green, globular head. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong shape. The seedlings are slender, with a single pair of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum hymenochilum is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum hymenochilum

Bulbophyllum hymenochilum can be found in Madagascar, growing in humid forests.

Bulbophyllum hymenochilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hymenochilum?

Bulbophyllum hymenochilum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum hymenochilum?

Hymenochilus Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum hymenochilum?

Tropical rainforests

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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