Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nigrescens
ID:
563195

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


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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.

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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,

References