Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1910: 158 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562527
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Nigrescens
- Black Bulbophyllum
- Black Orchid
Synonyms
- Bulbophyllum anguste-ellipticum Seidenf. [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum nigrescens (also called Black Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical regions of Asia and the Pacific. It has long, thin leaves and small, black flowers that grow in clusters.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum nigrescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum nigrescens is yellow and tubular, with five lobes. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are long and thin with a bright green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum nigrescens is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Prune in late winter to maintain shape.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum nigrescens
Bulbophyllum nigrescens can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Bulbophyllum nigrescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum nigrescens?
Bulbophyllum nigrescens
What are the common names of Bulbophyllum nigrescens?
Black Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum nigrescens?
Tropical rainforests of 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,