Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nitidum
ID:
564468

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 711 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000563800



Common Names

  • Nitidum Bulbophyllum
  • Nitidum Orchid
  • Nitidum Orchid Plant


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus nitidus (Schltr.) Senghas [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum nitidum (also called Shiny Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to parts of Southeast Asia, and can be found in open woods, rocky slopes, and dry hillsides. Its leaves are evergreen, alternate, and lanceolate in shape. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are a dark brown color.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum nitidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for hedging and as a windbreak. The plant can be used to make a yellow dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum nitidum has small, yellow-green flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum nitidum can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done when the plant is dormant, and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum nitidum

Bulbophyllum nitidum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It grows in moist forests and shrublands at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Bulbophyllum nitidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum nitidum?

Bulbophyllum nitidum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum nitidum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum nitidum?

Shiny Bulbophyllum

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-26744: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.