Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
major
ID:
547491

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) P.Royen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Alp. Fl. New Guinea 2: 213 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000546823



Common Names

  • Major Bulbophyllum
  • Major Orchid
  • Major Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum ischnopus major Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum major (also called major bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, humid forests, often on the trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum major is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control in areas with high water levels.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Bulbophyllum major flower is small, white and star-shaped, with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum major is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that is native to tropical regions. It is best grown in partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum major

Bulbophyllum major can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Bulbophyllum major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum major?

Bulbophyllum major

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum major?

Large bulbophyllum

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum major?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands

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-26503: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.