Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pinicola
ID:
587018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 2: 146 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586350



Common Names

  • Pinicola Bulbophyllum
  • Mountain-Orchid
  • Mountain-Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum pinicola (also called Pinecone Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a rosette of linear, green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pinicola is an epiphytic orchid that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicines for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum pinicola has small, white flowers with four petals. The seed is round and black. The seedlings have small, pointed leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pinicola is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown on a medium that is kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pinicola

Bulbophyllum pinicola is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Bulbophyllum pinicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pinicola?

Bulbophyllum pinicola

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum pinicola?

Orchid

Where does Bulbophyllum pinicola grow?

Taiwan

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-26993: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.