Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
microsphaerum
ID:
554518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 791 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553850



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Microsphaerum
  • Microsphaerum Orchid
  • Microsphaerum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum microsphaerum (also called Small-sphere Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows on trees and rocks in humid forests, and can reach heights of up to 20 centimeters.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum microsphaerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum microsphaerum has small, white flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum microsphaerum is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum microsphaerum

Bulbophyllum microsphaerum can be found in tropical areas of South and Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum microsphaerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum microsphaerum?

Bulbophyllum microsphaerum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum microsphaerum?

Small-sphere Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum microsphaerum found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand

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-26604: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.