Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
orientale
ID:
572959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 33: 138 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572291



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum orientale
  • Oriental Bulbophyllum
  • Oriental Bulbophyllum Orientale


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Description

Bulbophyllum orientale (also called Oriental Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and bright yellow flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum orientale is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum orientale has yellow flowers with purple centers and long, narrow leaves. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum orientale is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum orientale

Bulbophyllum orientale is native to tropical Asia and is found in Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Bulbophyllum orientale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum orientale?

Bulbophyllum orientale

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum orientale?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Bulbophyllum orientale native to?

Tropical Africa

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-26834: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.