Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 2: 148 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617895
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Semiteretifolium
- Semiteretifolium Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium (also called 'Half-terete Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, and has long, narrow leaves with a mottled pattern.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of firewood and charcoal.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium is a yellow, tubular flower with a red tip. The seed is a small, black, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to India and Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from rhizomes or cuttings. Rhizomes should be planted in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from mature rhizomes in late summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium
Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium can be found in Southeast Asia.
Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium?
Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium?
Half-terete-leaved Bulbophyllum
What is the family of Bulbophyllum semiteretifolium?
Orchidaceae
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,