Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
purpureum
ID:
595771

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thwaites

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 298 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000595103



Common Names

  • Purpureum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Purpureum
  • Purple Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis trimenii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum purpureum (also called Purple Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has small, oblong pseudobulbs that are covered in purple scales, and its flowers are small and white with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum purpureum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with poor soil, as it is tolerant of drought and salt.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum purpureum has small, purple flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings have two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum purpureum is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid, tropical areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 10-11.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum purpureum

Bulbophyllum purpureum is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It can be found in tropical rainforests and humid habitats.

Bulbophyllum purpureum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum purpureum?

Bulbophyllum purpureum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum purpureum?

Purple Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum purpureum 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,

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