Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
maxillare
ID:
551481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 248 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550813



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum maxillare
  • Maxillare Bulbophyllum
  • Maxillare Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis maxillaris Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ephippium masdevalliaceum (Kraenzl.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum blumei (Kuntze) J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum cuspidilingua Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum ephippium Ridl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum masdevalliaceum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum blumei Lindl. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum maxillare Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ephippium ciliatum Blume [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis maxillaris (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum maxillare (also called Maxillare Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic plant, up to 40 cm tall, with a creeping rhizome. It is native to tropical Asia, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum maxillare is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or in hanging baskets. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum maxillare has small, yellowish-white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum maxillare is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA Zones 4-9. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in the spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the fall and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum maxillare

Bulbophyllum maxillare is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum maxillare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum maxillare?

Bulbophyllum maxillare

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum maxillare?

Maxillare Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum maxillare?

It is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in moist forests and shady areas.

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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