Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
minutulum
ID:
555098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl. ex Burkill & Holttum

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Fl. Malay Penins. 4: 62 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554430



Common Names

  • Minute Bulbophyllum
  • Small Bulbophyllum
  • Tiny Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum minutulum (also called Tiny Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial epiphytic plant native to South America. It grows in humid forests and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and its long, thin leaves. It produces small, yellow flowers and has a fruit type of capsule.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum minutulum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum minutulum are small and white, and have a tubular corolla. The seed pods are small and round, and the seeds are black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum minutulum is an epiphytic or lithophytic perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a shady spot with good drainage.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum minutulum

Bulbophyllum minutulum can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Bulbophyllum minutulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum minutulum?

Bulbophyllum minutulum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum minutulum?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum minutulum found?

Tropical regions of 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-26626: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Isaac Henry Burkill (1870-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkill' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.