Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mystrochilum
ID:
560546

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 721 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559878



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum mystrochilum
  • Mystrochilum Bulbophyllum
  • Mystrochilum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus mystrochilus (Schltr.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum mystrochilum (also called the 'Mystery Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, thin, erect stem with small, ovate leaves. The flowers are small, yellow and fragrant, and are borne in a dense, terminal raceme. It is found in humid forests and in shady areas of open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum mystrochilum is used in the horticultural industry as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Bulbophyllum mystrochilum is white, tubular with five petals, seed is small and round, and seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum mystrochilum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It prefers a warm, humid environment with partial shade and regular watering. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist medium and kept warm and humid until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum mystrochilum

Bulbophyllum mystrochilum is native to tropical Africa.

Bulbophyllum mystrochilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum mystrochilum?

Bulbophyllum mystrochilum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum mystrochilum?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flower color of Bulbophyllum mystrochilum?

White or yellow

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-26694: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.