Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pteroglossum
ID:
592755

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4: 71 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592087



Common Names

  • Pteroglossum Orchid
  • Pteroglossum Bulbophyllum
  • Pteroglossum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis monantha Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sarcopodium uniflorum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum devangiriense N.P.Balakr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum monanthum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum tiagii A.S.Chauhan [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum uniflorum Griff. [illegitimate]
  • Phyllorchis monantha Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis uniflora (Griff.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum pteroglossum (also called Winged Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia, typically found in humid forests. It grows up to 1m tall and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pteroglossum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum pteroglossum has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pteroglossum is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 6 inches tall and wide. It is native to tropical Asia and is hardy in USDA zones 10-12. It prefers bright indirect light and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer and seeds should be sown in spring.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pteroglossum

Bulbophyllum pteroglossum can be found in tropical rainforests in Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Bulbophyllum pteroglossum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pteroglossum?

Bulbophyllum pteroglossum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum pteroglossum?

Winged Bulbophyllum

What is the optimal soil type for Bulbophyllum pteroglossum?

Well-drained, moist, acidic soil

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-27069: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.