Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nematopodum
ID:
562230

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 8: 30 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561562



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum nematopodum
  • Thread-stemmed Bulbophyllum
  • Thread-like Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis nematopoda Kuntze [unknown]
  • Papulipetalum nematopodum (F.Muell.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum nematopodum (also called Thread-Footed Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small epiphytic orchid with white flowers and is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It grows in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum nematopodum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum nematopodum has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. The seed is small and round with a black seed coat. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum nematopodum is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that prefers warm, humid conditions. It should be grown in a well-drained medium, such as bark or sphagnum moss. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum nematopodum

Bulbophyllum nematopodum is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum nematopodum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum nematopodum?

Bulbophyllum nematopodum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum nematopodum?

Thread-Stalked Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum nematopodum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and 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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