Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
prorepens
ID:
591286

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 581 (1953 publ. 1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590618



Common Names

  • Prorepens Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum prorepens


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Description

Bulbophyllum prorepens (also called Prorepens Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 20 cm in height. It has small, yellowish-green flowers, and its leaves are usually green or gray. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, and is found in humid, shady habitats, such as rainforests and jungles.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum prorepens is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum prorepens is a bright yellow-orange color. It has a short, slender corolla tube and a two-lobed lower lip. The seed of Bulbophyllum prorepens is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Bulbophyllum prorepens are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum prorepens is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Sow seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or fall. Divide the clumps into several sections and replant in a new location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum prorepens

Bulbophyllum prorepens is native to tropical Asia and can be found in humid, tropical forests.

Bulbophyllum prorepens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum prorepens?

Bulbophyllum prorepens

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum prorepens?

Crawling Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum prorepens?

It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China.

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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