Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
petiolatum
ID:
584688

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 43: 58 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584020



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Petiolatum
  • Petiolatum Bulbophyllum
  • Petiolate Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum petiolatum (also called Petiolate bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It grows in humid, tropical forests, often in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum petiolatum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum petiolatum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, grayish-green seed capsules. The seedlings are small and have a single, pointed leaf. The seeds are tiny and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum petiolatum is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is usually propagated by division. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in partial shade.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum petiolatum

Bulbophyllum petiolatum is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

Bulbophyllum petiolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum petiolatum?

Bulbophyllum petiolatum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum petiolatum?

Bulbophyllum petiolatum is found in the tropical regions of Asia and Africa.

What are the care requirements of Bulbophyllum petiolatum?

Bulbophyllum petiolatum requires bright, indirect sunlight and regular watering.

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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