Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
papillipetalum
ID:
579075

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 7: 149 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578407



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Papillipetalum
  • Papillipetalum Orchid
  • Papillipetalum


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Description

Bulbophyllum papillipetalum (also called Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic plant with long, thin, wiry stems and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands, and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum papillipetalum is yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum papillipetalum is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be carefully removed from the mother plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum papillipetalum

Bulbophyllum papillipetalum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum papillipetalum FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum papillipetalum?

Papillipetalum Bulbophyllum

What is the scientific name of Papillipetalum Bulbophyllum?

Bulbophyllum papillipetalum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum papillipetalum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-26897: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.