Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mandibulare
ID:
548673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 17: 366 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548005



Common Names

  • Mandibular Bulbophyllum
  • Mandibular Orchid
  • Mandibular Bearded Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum mandibulare (also called 'Mandibular Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist woodlands and thickets. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum mandibulare is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum mandibulare is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, dark green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum mandibulare is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Asia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soils. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, the plant will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum mandibulare

Bulbophyllum mandibulare is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the countries of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum mandibulare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum mandibulare?

Bulbophyllum mandibulare

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum mandibulare?

Mandibulate Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum mandibulare?

Bulbophyllum mandibulare is native to the tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

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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