Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
simulacrum
ID:
623277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 5: 189 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000622609



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum simulacrum
  • Simulacrum Bulbophyllum
  • Simulacrum Fumewort


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Description

Bulbophyllum simulacrum (also called Simulacrum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the Orchidaceae family. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum simulacrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Brazilian medicine to treat pain, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum simulacrum is a small, yellow-green bell-shaped bloom with a long spur. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum simulacrum is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is a low-maintenance plant that does not require much care.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum simulacrum

Bulbophyllum simulacrum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.

Bulbophyllum simulacrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum simulacrum?

Bulbophyllum simulacrum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum simulacrum?

Simulacrum Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum simulacrum native to?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-27390: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.