Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
planibulbe
ID:
587843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 1: 79 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000587175



Common Names

  • Planibulb Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Planibulbe
  • Planibulb Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum tenerum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum planibulbe Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum planibulbe (also called flat-bulbed orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in moist forests, on rocks, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum planibulbe is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in terrariums and as a decorative element in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum planibulbe has small, yellowish-white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum planibulbe is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers a well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum planibulbe

Bulbophyllum planibulbe can be found in Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum planibulbe FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum planibulbe?

Bulbophyllum planibulbe is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

What is the size of Bulbophyllum planibulbe?

Bulbophyllum planibulbe typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.

What is the flowering season of Bulbophyllum planibulbe?

Bulbophyllum planibulbe 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,

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