Status:
valid
Authors:
Seidenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 33: 122 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584952
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum phayamense
- Phayamense Bulbophyllum
- Phayamense Orchid
Description
Bulbophyllum phayamense (also called Phayam Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Thailand and Myanmar. This plant grows in moist, shady areas and is an epiphyte that can reach up to 30 centimeters in height.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum phayamense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air purifier. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and hypertension.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum phayamense has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum phayamense is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum phayamense
Bulbophyllum phayamense can be found in Thailand.
Bulbophyllum phayamense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum phayamense?
Bulbophyllum phayamense
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum phayamense?
Orchid
What are the care instructions for Bulbophyllum phayamense?
Bulbophyllum phayamense should be kept in bright, indirect sunlight and watered every two weeks with lukewarm water.
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,