Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ornatissimum
ID:
573068

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 8: 26 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572400



Common Names

  • Thismia brunonis
  • Brookea albicans
  • Brookea auriculata


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Synonyms

  • Mastigion ornatissimum (Rchb.f.) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]
  • Phyllorkis ornatissima (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum ornatissimum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis ornatissima (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum ornatissimum (also called Ornate Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic herb, growing up to 10 cm tall, with a stem up to 1 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ornatissimum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum ornatissimum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ornatissimum is an epiphytic orchid that is propagated from division. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ornatissimum

Bulbophyllum ornatissimum is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Bulbophyllum ornatissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum ornatissimum?

Bulbophyllum ornatissimum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum ornatissimum?

Bulbophyllum ornatissimum is found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia.

What is the flower color of Bulbophyllum ornatissimum?

The flowers of Bulbophyllum ornatissimum are usually white or yellow.

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-26836: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.