Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rostriceps
ID:
606820

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Otia Bot. Hamburg. : 55 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606152



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Rostriceps
  • Rostriceps Orchid
  • Beaked Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis rostriceps Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis rostriceps (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum rostriceps (also called Beaked Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in humid forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum rostriceps is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Bulbophyllum rostriceps is small, yellow in color, and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, black, and shiny. The seedling is a small, thin, and light green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum rostriceps is a fast-growing, evergreen vine that can reach up to 10 feet in length. It is native to tropical regions of South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they root.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum rostriceps

Bulbophyllum rostriceps is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Bulbophyllum rostriceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum rostriceps?

Bulbophyllum rostriceps

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum rostriceps?

Beaked Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum rostriceps?

Tropical forests of South America

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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