Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
polygaliflorum
ID:
589769

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39: 96 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589101



Common Names

  • Polygaliflorum bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum
  • Polygaliflorum


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Description

Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum (also called Polygala-flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It has long, thin stems with small, round flowers. It is often found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum has small, yellow flowers with three petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum is an epiphytic orchid that grows in partial shade. It prefers a warm, humid environment and does best in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or tissue culture. Division should be done in late summer or early fall. Tissue culture should be done in a sterile laboratory environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum

Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, South America, and parts of Asia.

Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum?

Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum?

Many-flowered bulbophyllum

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum polygaliflorum?

Tropical Africa

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-27028: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.