Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
penicillium
ID:
582200

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 30: 151 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581532



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum penicillium
  • Penicillium Bulbophyllum
  • Penicillium's Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis penicillium Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum inopinatum W.W.Sm. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis penicillium (Parish & Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum penicillium (also called Penicillium orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It grows in humid, shady areas, typically in areas with moderate temperatures and high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum penicillium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in air purification and to create unique floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum penicillium has a small, white flower with a thick, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a thick, dark green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum penicillium is a fast-growing, evergreen epiphyte that can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum penicillium

Bulbophyllum penicillium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South and Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Bulbophyllum penicillium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum penicillium?

Bulbophyllum penicillium

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum penicillium?

Penicillium, White Dammar, White Dammar Tree

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum penicillium?

Tropical rainforest

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-26937: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Charles Samuel Pollock Parish (1822-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.P.Parish' in the authors string.