Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pauciflorum
ID:
580893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 7: 132 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580225



Common Names

  • Pauciflorum Bulbophyllum
  • Few-Flowered Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Pauciflorum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum crassiusculifolium Aver. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum riyanum Fukuy. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum pauciflorum (also called Few-flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic flowering plant native to the Andes of Chile and Argentina. It grows in moist meadows and open woodlands, and can reach up to 30 cm in height. The plant has a basal rosette of oval, toothed leaves, and yellow flowers with a pauciflorum structure.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pauciflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of food, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum pauciflorum is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed of Bulbophyllum pauciflorum is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Bulbophyllum pauciflorum are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pauciflorum is a species of orchid native to tropical Asia. It is easy to propagate and cultivate, requiring a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. The plant should be kept moist, but not wet, and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pauciflorum

Bulbophyllum pauciflorum is native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum pauciflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pauciflorum?

Bulbophyllum pauciflorum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum pauciflorum?

Bulbophyllum pauciflorum is native to Southeast Asia.

What is the size of Bulbophyllum pauciflorum?

Bulbophyllum pauciflorum is a small epiphytic plant, usually reaching a height of 10-15 cm.

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-26920: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.