Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oreonastes
ID:
572858

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Otia Bot. Hamburg. : 118 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572190



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum oreonastes
  • Mountain Bulbophyllum
  • Mountain Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis oreonastes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum hookerianum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum infundibuliflorum J.B.Petersen [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum planiaxe J.B.Petersen [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum rhopalochilum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum zenkerianum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis oreonastes (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum oreonastes (also called Mountain Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to Australia. It grows up to 30 cm in height and has white flowers. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum oreonastes is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as a tonic. It is also used to treat fever, rheumatism, and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum oreonastes is a small, white flower with 4 petals and 4 sepals. The seed of Bulbophyllum oreonastes is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Bulbophyllum oreonastes are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum oreonastes is a tropical evergreen epiphyte that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum oreonastes

Bulbophyllum oreonastes is native to India.

Bulbophyllum oreonastes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum oreonastes?

Bulbophyllum oreonastes

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum oreonastes?

It is an orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum oreonastes found?

It is found in the tropical forests of 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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