Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
patens
ID:
580871

Status:
valid

Authors:
King

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 6: 187 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580203



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum patens
  • Patens Bulbophyllum
  • Patens Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis patens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis patens (King) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum patens (also called 'Spreading Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Southeast Asia. It has a single leaf and a single flower, with a labellum that is white or cream-coloured and has a yellow or orange centre. It grows in open forests and woodlands, and is found in the countries of Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum patens is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum patens has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum patens is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It is tolerant of temperatures down to 40°F (4°C).

Where to Find Bulbophyllum patens

Bulbophyllum patens is native to the tropical forests of South America.

Bulbophyllum patens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum patens?

Bulbophyllum patens

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum patens?

Patent Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum patens?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-26919: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.