Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
odontoglossum
ID:
569437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 746 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568769



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum odontoglossum
  • Odontoglossum Bulbophyllum
  • Odontoglossum


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Description

Bulbophyllum odontoglossum (also called Bonnetia odontoglossa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is a small shrub with white flowers and oblong leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum odontoglossum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum odontoglossum is white in colour and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black in colour, and the seedlings are slender and have a light green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum odontoglossum is an epiphytic orchid native to Venezuela. It can be propagated by division, and cultivated in a well-draining potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It should be kept slightly dry during the winter months.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum odontoglossum

Bulbophyllum odontoglossum is native to tropical South America.

Bulbophyllum odontoglossum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum odontoglossum?

Bulbophyllum odontoglossum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum odontoglossum?

Tooth-Tongued Bulbophyllum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum odontoglossum?

Herbaceous perennial

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-26795: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.