Status:
valid
Authors:
Carr
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
J. Malayan Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 11: 87 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000600129
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum remiferum
- Carrying Bulbophyllum
- Carrying Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum remiferum (also called Remifer's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the family Orchidaceae, native to Southeast Asia and Australia. It has small, white flowers with five petals and long, thin leaves. It is found in moist, shady forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum remiferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum remiferum is yellow and tubular with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum remiferum is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. Propagation is done by division or by seed. To divide, carefully separate the stems and replant them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining potting mix and keep the soil warm and humid. The plants will germinate in a few weeks.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum remiferum
Bulbophyllum remiferum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Bulbophyllum remiferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum remiferum?
Bulbophyllum remiferum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum remiferum?
Carrying Bulbophyllum
What type of environment does Bulbophyllum remiferum prefer?
Bulbophyllum remiferum prefers moist, shady environments.
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,