Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mutabile
ID:
559562

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 48 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558894



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum mutabile
  • Variable Bulbophyllum
  • Variable-leaved Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis mutabilis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum altispex Ridl. ex Stapf [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum ceratostyloides Schltr. [illegitimate]
  • Bulbophyllum illudens Ridl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum mutabile ceratostyloides Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum mutabile mutabile [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum pokapindjangense J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum semipellucidum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Callista brachypetala Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dendrobium brachypetalum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Diphyes mutabilis Blume [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis mutabilis (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum mutabile (also called 'Changeable Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum mutabile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum mutabile has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a dense head. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are short and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum mutabile is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, perlite, or sphagnum moss. It prefers bright light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum mutabile

Bulbophyllum mutabile is native to South America, particularly in Peru.

Bulbophyllum mutabile FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Bulbophyllum mutabile?

Bulbophyllum mutabile prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Bulbophyllum mutabile?

Bulbophyllum mutabile prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix with plenty of organic material.

How much light does Bulbophyllum mutabile need?

Bulbophyllum mutabile needs bright, indirect light.

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-26683: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.