Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
recurviflorum
ID:
599904

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Icon. Bogor. 2: 96 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599236



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum recurviflorum
  • Recurviflorum Bulbophyllum
  • Recurviflorum False Nettle


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Description

Bulbophyllum recurviflorum (also called Recurved-flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with small, recurved white flowers. It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum recurviflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum recurviflorum has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a short, thick stem. The seed is small, oval and black. The seedlings have short, thick stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum recurviflorum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m (13 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum recurviflorum

Bulbophyllum recurviflorum is native to tropical Asia and can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum recurviflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum recurviflorum?

Bulbophyllum recurviflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum recurviflorum?

Recurviflorum

What are the characteristics of Bulbophyllum recurviflorum?

It is an epiphytic orchid with small, white flowers and dark green leaves.

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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