Species:
pleurothallidanthum
Status:
valid
Authors:
Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 4: 304 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588089
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum
- Pleurothallidanthum Bulbophyllum
- Pleurothallidanthum Orchid
Description
Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum (also called pleurothallis orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Colombia, and is found in cloud forests. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and has a single, thin, green leaf.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize stream banks and is a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum
Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum is native to India and is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of the Western Ghats. It is found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.
Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum?
Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum?
Pleurothallidanthum Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum pleurothallidanthum?
Dry, rocky hillsides in Mexico
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,