Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nemorale
ID:
562259

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6: 100 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561591



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum nemorale
  • Woodland Bulbophyllum
  • Woodland Thread-stemmed Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum nemorale (also called Woodland Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Bulbophyllum. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin, cylindrical pseudobulb and a single, thin, linear leaf. It is native to the Philippines and grows in mossy forests at elevations of 1000 to 1500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum nemorale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum nemorale has small, white flowers with a yellow 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 nemorale is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from either seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and placed in moist soil. Once established, the plant should be given plenty of humidity and indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum nemorale

Bulbophyllum nemorale can be found in India

Bulbophyllum nemorale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum nemorale?

Bulbophyllum nemorale

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum nemorale?

Woodland Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum nemorale?

Tropical forests in Central and South America

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-26717: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.