Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
purpureorhachis
ID:
595673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Orchideen Beschreib. Kult. Zücht. : 328 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000595005



Common Names

  • Purpureorhachis Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Purpureorhachis
  • Purple-spiked Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis (also called Purple-spined bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is a columnar cactus that grows up to 10 m tall and has a diameter of up to 25 cm. It grows in dry, rocky, or sandy soils in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife. The leaves of this plant can be used to make a tea that has medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis is a white-green color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis

Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis is native to China and can be found growing in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade.

Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis?

Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis?

Purple-stemmed Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum purpureorhachis native to?

Southeast Asia

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-27098: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.