Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pipio
ID:
587106

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 41: 92 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586438



Common Names

  • Pipio Orchid
  • Bulbophyllum Pipio
  • Pipio Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis pipio Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum milesii Summerh. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis pipio (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum pipio (also called Pipio Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows on trees and other plants in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pipio is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for indoor decoration. It is also known to have medicinal properties and can help reduce inflammation and improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum pipio is yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pipio can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from the parent plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pipio

Bulbophyllum pipio is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.

Bulbophyllum pipio FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pipio?

Bulbophyllum pipio

What is the family of Bulbophyllum pipio?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum pipio?

Bird's Nest Orchid

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