Status:
valid
Authors:
Seidenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 33: 206 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576930
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Pallidum
- Pale Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum pallidum (also called Pale Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in tropical moist forests, tropical wet forests, and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum pallidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make perfumes and essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum pallidum is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum pallidum is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Water it regularly and fertilize it once a month.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum pallidum
Bulbophyllum pallidum is native to Southeast Asia. It is widely available in nurseries and garden centers.
Bulbophyllum pallidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pallidum?
Bulbophyllum pallidum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum pallidum?
Pale Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum pallidum?
Tropical rainforests
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,