Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pseudohydra
ID:
1333567

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Summerh.) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 124(1314, Suppl.): 35 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346021



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum pseudohydra
  • False-hydra Bulbophyllum
  • False-hydra Bulbophyllum Plant


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Description

Bulbophyllum pseudohydra (also called False Hydra Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to India, and is found in moist, shady areas. It has a creeping rhizome with small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pseudohydra is an ornamental plant used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum pseudohydra has small, yellowish-white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pseudohydra is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in a medium of sphagnum moss and perlite, with a temperature range of 60-80°F (15-27°C). It should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pseudohydra

Bulbophyllum pseudohydra is native to the tropical rainforests of India, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum pseudohydra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pseudohydra?

Bulbophyllum pseudohydra

What is the family of Bulbophyllum pseudohydra?

Orchidaceae

Where is Bulbophyllum pseudohydra found?

India

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

Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.