Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
perexiguum
ID:
583571

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 185 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582903



Common Names

  • Perexiguum Bulbophyllum
  • Perexiguum Orchid
  • Perexiguum Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum perexiguum (also called Miniature Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It has a rosette of small, narrow leaves and a single flowering stem. It grows in humid, tropical environments, such as rainforest and cloud forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum perexiguum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum perexiguum is small and white. The seed is tiny and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum perexiguum is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division of the offsets or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and need light to germinate.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum perexiguum

Bulbophyllum perexiguum can be found in Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum perexiguum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum perexiguum?

Bulbophyllum perexiguum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum perexiguum?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum perexiguum?

Southeast Asia

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,

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