Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oligoglossum
ID:
570777

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 21: 297 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570109



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum oligoglossum
  • Oligoglossum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Oligoglossum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis oligoglossa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis oligoglossa (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum oligoglossum (also called Bulbophyllum oligoglossus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic orchid with a height of 0.5 to 1 meter. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in humid forests, thickets, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum oligoglossum has been used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum oligoglossum has small, white flowers with yellow centres and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum oligoglossum is a species of orchid native to the tropical forests of South America. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing in humus-rich soils in shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It requires warm temperatures and high humidity, and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. The plant should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum oligoglossum

Bulbophyllum oligoglossum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum oligoglossum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum oligoglossum?

Bulbophyllum oligoglossum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum oligoglossum?

Few-tongued Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum oligoglossum?

It is native to 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,

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