Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
porphyrotriche
ID:
589965

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 2: 127 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589297



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche
  • Purple-Haired Bulbophyllum
  • Porphyrotriche Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche (also called Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic herb, up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Colombia, and grows in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche flower is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from division or seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F).

Where to Find Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche

Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche can be found in Madagascar.

Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche?

Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum porphyrotriche native to?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-27038: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.