Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
polyflorum
ID:
1333566

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 124(1314, Suppl.): 35 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346020



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum polyflorum
  • Many-flowered Bulbophyllum
  • Many-flowered Bulbophyllum Plant


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Description

Bulbophyllum polyflorum (also called Many-Flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to India, and is found in moist, shady areas. It has a creeping rhizome with small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum polyflorum is an ornamental plant used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum polyflorum has small, yellowish-white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum polyflorum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in a medium of sphagnum moss and perlite, with a temperature range of 60-80°F (15-27°C). It should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum polyflorum

Bulbophyllum polyflorum can be found in the tropical rainforests of South East Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum polyflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum polyflorum?

Bulbophyllum polyflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum polyflorum?

Polyflorum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum polyflorum?

Bulbophyllum polyflorum is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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

Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.