Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pecten-veneris
ID:
581150

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 29: 37 (1973 publ. 1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580482



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris
  • Veneris Pecten Bulbophyllum
  • Pecten-veneris Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum tingabarinum Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum tingabarinum flavum O.Gruss [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum miniatum Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum pecten-veneris Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris (also called Pecten-veneris Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It grows in humid, tropical climates and is tolerant of high temperatures. It has small, yellow-green flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it is also used to make rope and baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Divisions should be taken from the base of the plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris

Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris is native to tropical Asia. It can be found in humid, tropical forests.

Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris?

Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris

What is the family of Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum pecten-veneris?

Venus Comb Orchid

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-26926: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.