Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
medusae
ID:
552449

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 262 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551781



Common Names

  • Medusa's Flower
  • Bulbophyllum Medusae
  • Snake Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis medusae Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum medusae Lindl. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum medusae album Rolfe [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis medusae (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum medusae (also called Medusa's bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and tropical woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum medusae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum medusae has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals and a hooded center. The seed pods are round and have a pointed tip. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum medusae is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum medusae

Bulbophyllum medusae is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in moist, shady areas in areas such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum medusae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum medusae?

Bulbophyllum medusae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum medusae?

Medusa's Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum medusae native to?

Tropical Africa

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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