Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
piluliferum
ID:
586800

Status:
valid

Authors:
King & Pantl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta) 8: 76 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586132



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum piluliferum
  • Pill-bearing Bulbophyllum
  • Pill-bearing Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum piluliferum (also called Piluliferum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America, typically found in humid, tropical forests. It has a green stem and its leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate in shape. It produces small white flowers, followed by small, round, yellow fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum piluliferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, terrariums, and as a houseplant. It is also used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs pollutants from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum piluliferum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum piluliferum is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. Propagation can be done by taking stem cuttings and planting them in a pot with well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted and can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum piluliferum

Bulbophyllum piluliferum is native to Thailand and can be found in humid, tropical forests.

Bulbophyllum piluliferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum piluliferum?

Bulbophyllum piluliferum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum piluliferum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum piluliferum?

Pill-bearing Bulbophyllum

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-26991: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Robert Pantling (1856-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pantl.' in the authors string.