Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
membranaceum
ID:
553614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Teijsm. & Binn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 5: 488 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552946



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Membranaceum
  • Membranaceous Bulbophyllum
  • Membranous Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis membranacea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum avicella Ridl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum ciliatoides Seidenf. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum gibbonianum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum nuruanum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Diphyes membranacea (Teijsm. & Binn.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis membranacea (Teijsm. & Binn.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum membranaceum (also called 'Caterpillar Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid that is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is a small epiphytic orchid, with thin, membranous leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It typically grows in humid, shady areas, such as in the crotches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum membranaceum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum membranaceum is a small, yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum membranaceum is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, humus-rich soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum membranaceum

Bulbophyllum membranaceum can be found in moist woodlands, moist meadows, and along streambanks in North America and Europe.

Bulbophyllum membranaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum membranaceum?

Bulbophyllum membranaceum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum membranaceum?

Orchidaceae

Where is Bulbophyllum membranaceum found?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-26570: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Elias Teijsmann (1808-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teijsm.' in the authors string.
Simon Binnendijk (1821-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binn.' in the authors string.