Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
muluense
ID:
558545

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39: 95 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557877



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum muluense
  • Mulu Bulbophyllum
  • Mulu Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum muluense (also called Mulu Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has yellow or orange flowers and is native to Borneo. It is found in humid forests and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum muluense is a species of orchid that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum muluense has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum muluense is a tropical orchid that can be propagated from division. The plant should be carefully divided into several sections, each with at least one healthy root and one growth point. Plant each division in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. Place the pot in a warm, bright location and the divisions should establish themselves in a few weeks.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum muluense

Bulbophyllum muluense is native to Borneo.

Bulbophyllum muluense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum muluense?

Bulbophyllum muluense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum muluense?

Mulu Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum muluense?

Forests and rocky areas in 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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