Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pristis
ID:
590549

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 399 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589881



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum pristis
  • Pristis
  • Pristis Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum pristis (also called Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has small, yellowish-brown flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in tropical forests and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pristis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Bulbophyllum pristis flower is small, white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pristis is a terrestrial or epiphytic orchid. It is propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pristis

Bulbophyllum pristis can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Bulbophyllum pristis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pristis?

Bulbophyllum pristis

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum pristis?

Bulbophyllum pristis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

What is the size of Bulbophyllum pristis?

Bulbophyllum pristis is a small, twining vine that can reach up to 2 meters in length.

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,

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