Bulbophyllum placochilum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
placochilum
ID:
587429
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 2: 29 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586761
Common Names
- Placochilum Orchid
- Placochilum Bulbophyllum
- Placochilum Bearded Orchid
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Bulbophyllum placochilum (also called Plaited Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It prefers humid, tropical habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum placochilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in floral arrangements and bouquets. It is known for its air-purifying properties and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum placochilum has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum placochilum is an epiphytic orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It is best propagated by division, with each division containing at least one pseudobulb and one leaf. It can also be propagated from seed, but this can be difficult and time-consuming.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum placochilum
Bulbophyllum placochilum is native to Southeast Asia.
Bulbophyllum placochilum FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum placochilum?
Bulbophyllum placochilum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.
What is the size of Bulbophyllum placochilum?
Bulbophyllum placochilum typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.
What is the flowering season of Bulbophyllum placochilum?
Bulbophyllum placochilum typically flowers in the spring and summer months.
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-26997: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.