Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
obtusipetalum
ID:
567563

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Orch. Java : 424 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566895



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum
  • Obtusipetalum Bulbophyllum
  • Obtusipetalum Orchid


Searching for Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum spinulipes J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum (also called Blunt-petaled Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests and is often found on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a food source for fish and other aquatic species.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have small, pointed leaves.

Searching for Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It can be grown in a potting mix of equal parts perlite, sphagnum moss, and bark chips. It requires bright indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum

Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum?

Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum?

It is a species of orchid in the genus Bulbophyllum.

Where is Bulbophyllum obtusipetalum found?

It is native to Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria.

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