Bulbophyllum plicatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plicatum
ID:
589043
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 7: 169 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588375
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum plicatum
- Plicate Bulbophyllum
- Plicate Orchid
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- Peltopus plicatus (J.J.Verm.) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum plicatum (also called 'pleated bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to India and grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum plicatum is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum plicatum are small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Bulbophyllum plicatum is an epiphytic orchid that grows in moist, shady places. It prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can also be grown from seed.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum plicatum
Bulbophyllum plicatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Bulbophyllum plicatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum plicatum?
Bulbophyllum plicatum
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum plicatum?
Orchid
Where is Bulbophyllum plicatum native to?
Southeast Asia
What is the growth habit of Bulbophyllum plicatum?
Climbing
What is the maximum height of Bulbophyllum plicatum?
1 meter
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-27014: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.