Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
microtepalum
ID:
554579

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 253 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553911



Common Names

  • Microtepalum Bulbophyllum
  • Microtepalum Orchid
  • Bulbophyllum Microtepalum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis microtepala Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis microtepala (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum microtepalum (also called Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, and is found in humid, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum microtepalum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its small, yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum microtepalum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum microtepalum 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 microtepalum

Bulbophyllum microtepalum is found in the mountains of India.

Bulbophyllum microtepalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum microtepalum?

Bulbophyllum microtepalum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum microtepalum?

Microtepalum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum microtepalum?

Bulbophyllum microtepalum is found in tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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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