Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
inversum
ID:
518722

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 806 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518054



Common Names

  • Orchid
  • Inverse Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Diphyes inversa (Schltr.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum inversum (also called Inverted Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and flowers that are white in color. This plant typically grows in humid forests and on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum inversum has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum inversum is a yellow color with a red center. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum inversum is a hardy perennial plant that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm frame in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum inversum

Bulbophyllum inversum can be found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum inversum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum inversum?

Bulbophyllum inversum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum inversum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum inversum?

Inversum Bulbophyllum

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-26195: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.