Description
Bulbophyllum murkelense (also called Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in wet, marshy habitats. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum murkelense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum murkelense are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum murkelense is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that grows up to 4 inches (10 cm) tall and spreads to 8 inches (20 cm) wide. It is grown for its attractive foliage and small, yellow-green flowers that bloom in summer. Propagation is by division of clumps in spring or by seed.