Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pugilanthum
ID:
593383

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 1: 77 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592715



Common Names

  • Pugilanthum Bulbophyllum
  • Pugilanthum Climbing Bulbophyllum
  • Pugilanthum Climbing Staff-Tree


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Description

Bulbophyllum pugilanthum (also called 'Pugilanthum Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid with ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, often growing on trees or on rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pugilanthum is a species of orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It is known for its bright pink flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. The flowers of the orchid are also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum pugilanthum is yellow and has a sweet scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pugilanthum is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid, growing on trees or rocks. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by division of the rhizome or by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be kept moist and should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pugilanthum

Bulbophyllum pugilanthum is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests and along streams and rivers.

Bulbophyllum pugilanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pugilanthum?

Bulbophyllum pugilanthum

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum pugilanthum?

Pugilanthum Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum pugilanthum?

Tropical rainforests of India, Malaysia, and Indonesia

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-27075: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.