Status:
valid
Authors:
Seidenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 33: 119 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000517841
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum intricatum
- Intricate Bulbophyllum
- Intricate Orchid
Description
Bulbophyllum intricatum (also called Intricate Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in moist forests, at elevations of up to 1000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum intricatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum intricatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum intricatum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done by division in spring. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum intricatum
Bulbophyllum intricatum is found in tropical rainforests in Asia and Africa.
Bulbophyllum intricatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum intricatum?
Bulbophyllum intricatum
What is the family of Bulbophyllum intricatum?
Orchidaceae
Where is Bulbophyllum intricatum found?
Bulbophyllum intricatum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
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,