Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
membranifolium
ID:
553630

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 756 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552962



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Membranifolium
  • Membranifolium Bulbophyllum
  • Membranous Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis membranifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum badium Ridl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum costatum Ames [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum crista-galli Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum cryptophoranthoides Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum insigne Ridl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum scandens Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis maculosa (Ames) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis membranifolia (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum membranifolium (also called 'Membranous-leaved Bulbophyllum', 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 membranifolium 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum membranifolium sub. inunctum (J.J.Sm.) J.J.Verm., P.O'Byrne & A.L.Lamb
Bulbophyllum membranifolium sub. membranifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with four petals. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped seedlings with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum membranifolium can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots, and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist. Water regularly and keep in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum membranifolium

Bulbophyllum membranifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Bulbophyllum membranifolium FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum membranifolium?

Membrane-Leafed Bulbophyllum

What is the growth habit of Bulbophyllum membranifolium?

It is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid.

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum membranifolium?

It is native to tropical Africa, Asia, 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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