Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
microtes
ID:
554611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 836 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553943



Common Names

  • Microtes Bulbophyllum
  • Microtes Orchid
  • Bulbophyllum Microtes


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Description

Bulbophyllum microtes (also called small-flowered bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It typically grows on trees and shrubs in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum microtes 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 microtes 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 microtes is a small epiphytic orchid species native to tropical rainforests of South and Central America. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or coco husk. Propagation is done through division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum microtes

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

Bulbophyllum microtes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum microtes?

Bulbophyllum microtes

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum microtes?

Small-flowered Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum microtes?

Moist, shady forests

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-26608: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.