Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
phymatum
ID:
586259

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 7: 22 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585591



Common Names

  • Phymatum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum phymatum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Epicranthes phymatum (J.J.Verm.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum phymatum (also called 'Phymatous Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants, typically in humid, tropical forests. It has a rosette of narrow, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum phymatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in air plant displays and terrariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum phymatum has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum phymatum is a small, epiphytic species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in a well-draining soil mix. It can be propagated by division or by seed, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of wood or cork.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum phymatum

Bulbophyllum phymatum can be found in tropical regions of India, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum phymatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum phymatum?

Bulbophyllum phymatum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum phymatum?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum phymatum?

Tropical rainforests of 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-26980: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.