Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
papulosum
ID:
579573

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 4: 304 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578905



Common Names

  • Papery Bulbophyllum
  • Papery Orchid
  • Papery Bearded Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum papulosum (also called 'Papulose Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It grows in humid, tropical climates, usually in the crooks of trees and other plants. It has narrow, pointed leaves and small, slender stems that rarely reach more than 20 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum papulosum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover and as a border plant. The plant is drought-tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum papulosum has white flowers with four petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum papulosum is an evergreen perennial that grows in clumps and reaches heights of up to 12 inches. It has small, bright green leaves and produces bright pink or purple flowers in spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated by division or from seed. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum papulosum

Bulbophyllum papulosum is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria.

Bulbophyllum papulosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum papulosum?

Bulbophyllum papulosum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum papulosum?

Papulosum orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum papulosum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia

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-26906: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.