Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
proudlockii
ID:
591641

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King & Pantl.) J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 8: 27 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590973



Common Names

  • Proudlock's Orchid
  • Bulbophyllum proudlockii
  • Proudlock's Orchid Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Tripudianthes proudlockii (King & Pantl.) Szlach. & Kras [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum proudlockii King & Pantl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum proudlockii (also called Proudlock's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin, arching leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum proudlockii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum proudlockii has small, yellow flowers with a white lip. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and yellow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum proudlockii is a semi-evergreen perennial that is native to tropical Africa. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum proudlockii

Bulbophyllum proudlockii is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.

Bulbophyllum proudlockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum proudlockii?

Bulbophyllum proudlockii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum proudlockii?

Proudlock's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum proudlockii?

Tropical rainforests

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-27058: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Robert Pantling (1856-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pantl.' in the authors string.