Status:
valid
Authors:
Ames
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 6: 302 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549687
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum masaganapense
- Masaganapense Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum Orchid
Description
Bulbophyllum masaganapense (also called 'Masagana Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to the Philippines. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist forests and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum masaganapense is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum masaganapense is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum masaganapense can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum masaganapense
Bulbophyllum masaganapense can be found in the Andes mountains of Peru and Bolivia.
Bulbophyllum masaganapense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum masaganapense?
Bulbophyllum masaganapense
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum masaganapense?
Masaganapense Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum masaganapense?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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,