Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
resupinatum
ID:
601817

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. 5: 198 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601149



Common Names

  • Resupinate Bulbophyllum
  • Upside-down Orchid
  • Hanging Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum resupinatum (also called 'Upright Bulbophyllum Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, typically in the crotches of trees. It has small, yellow and red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum resupinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make a natural dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum resupinatum var. filiforme (Kraenzl.) J.J.Verm.
Bulbophyllum resupinatum var. resupinatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum resupinatum is small and white with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum resupinatum is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the offsets or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum resupinatum

Bulbophyllum resupinatum can be found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.

Bulbophyllum resupinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum resupinatum?

Bulbophyllum resupinatum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum resupinatum?

Epiphytic orchid

Where does Bulbophyllum resupinatum grow?

Tropical rainforests of 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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