Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
quadricarinum
ID:
597381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kores

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 5: 154 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596713



Common Names

  • Quadricarinum Orchid
  • Bulbophyllum quadricarinum
  • Quadricarinum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum quadricarinum (also called Four-keeled Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It has white flowers that are bell-shaped and can reach up to 2 cm in length. Its native regions are Southeast Asia and it is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum quadricarinum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum quadricarinum has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum quadricarinum is a terrestrial orchid that is best propagated from division of the clump. It can be grown in partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA zone 10.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum quadricarinum

Bulbophyllum quadricarinum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum quadricarinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum quadricarinum?

Bulbophyllum quadricarinum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum quadricarinum?

Four-ribbed Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum quadricarinum?

Tropical rainforests in 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-27115: Based on the initial data import
Paul J. Kores (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kores' in the authors string.