Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
makoyanum
ID:
547788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 1: 81 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547120



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum makoyanum
  • Makoy's Bulbophyllum
  • Makoy's Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum makoyanum Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum makoyanum (also called Makoy's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family Orchidaceae. It is native to China. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic herb growing to 0.2–0.4 m tall, with a thick rhizome. The leaves are linear, 1–3 mm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum makoyanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a soil stabilizer in wet areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum makoyanum is yellow and has a long tubular structure. The seed is a black, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum makoyanum is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1m tall. It has small, leathery leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum makoyanum

Bulbophyllum makoyanum can be found in the mountains of the western United States and Canada, from Alaska to California and east to Montana.

Bulbophyllum makoyanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum makoyanum?

Bulbophyllum makoyanum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum makoyanum?

Makoyanum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum makoyanum?

Dry, open areas, such as roadsides and disturbed sites

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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