Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 8: 569 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603917
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Rhynchoglossum
- Bulbophyllum
- Rhynchoglossum
Description
Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum (also called Hook-lipped Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in humid, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It prefers warm, humid conditions and partial shade. Propagation is by division of the pseudobulbs or from seed. It is best to use a sterile medium to prevent fungal infections.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum
Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum?
Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum?
A flowering plant
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum rhynchoglossum?
Tropical and subtropical regions
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,