Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pentaneurum
ID:
582567

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 33: 55 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581899



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum pentaneurum
  • Pentaneurum Bulbophyllum
  • Five-nerve Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum pentaneurum (also called Five-veined Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to South America. It grows in montane forests and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pentaneurum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum pentaneurum has small, white flowers with five petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pentaneurum is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the roots are healthy. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept at a temperature of 18-24°C. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pentaneurum

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

Bulbophyllum pentaneurum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pentaneurum?

Bulbophyllum pentaneurum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum pentaneurum?

Bulbophyllum pentaneurum

Where is Bulbophyllum pentaneurum found?

Bulbophyllum pentaneurum is found in 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-26941: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.