Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macilentum
ID:
544292

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 7: 134 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543624



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Macilentum
  • Slender Bulbophyllum
  • Slender-Leaved Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Pelma macilentum (J.J.Verm.) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum macilentum (also called Slender Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It grows in humid, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum macilentum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and for wildlife habitat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum macilentum has small, yellowish-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum macilentum is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid, tropical climates. It prefers partial shade and well-draining soil. Propagation is best done by division. Divisions should be taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum macilentum

Bulbophyllum macilentum is found in tropical Asia and the Pacific islands.

Bulbophyllum macilentum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum macilentum?

Bulbophyllum macilentum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum macilentum?

Slender Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum macilentum?

Tropical rainforests of 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-26473: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.