Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
muricatum
ID:
558705

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 45: 9 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558037



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum muricatum
  • Muricatum Bulbophyllum
  • Muricatum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Monosepalum muricatum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum muricatum (also called Bristly Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the southeastern United States. It has small white or pink flowers and grows in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum muricatum is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum muricatum has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and delicate, with yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum muricatum is a deciduous shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of pH levels. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. These cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum muricatum

Bulbophyllum muricatum is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia and can be found in humid, shady areas.

Bulbophyllum muricatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum muricatum?

Bulbophyllum muricatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum muricatum?

Rough Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum muricatum?

Tropical and subtropical 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,

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