Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 259 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613899
Common Names
- Scabrous Bulbophyllum
- Scabrous Xyris
- Bulbophyllum
Synonyms
- Phyllorkis conferta Kuntze [unknown]
- Phyllorkis psychoon Kuntze [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum confertum Hook.f. [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum insulsum (Gagnep.) Seidenf. [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum levinei Schltr. [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum psychoon Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum lockii Aver. & Averyanova [unknown]
- Cirrhopetalum caespitosum Wall. ex Lindl. [unknown]
- Cirrhopetalum insulsum Gagnep. [unknown]
- Phyllorchis conferta (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Phyllorchis psychoon (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum scabratum (also called Scabrous Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in rainforest canopy.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum scabratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems and skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum scabratum has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum scabratum is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum scabratum
Bulbophyllum scabratum is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Bulbophyllum scabratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum scabratum?
Bulbophyllum scabratum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum scabratum?
Scabrous bulbophyllum
What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum scabratum?
It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps
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,