Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
spadiciflorum
ID:
624816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tixier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 6: 449 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624148



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum
  • Spadiciflorum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Spadiciflorum


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Synonyms

  • Osyricera spadiciflora (Tixier) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum (also called Spadix-Flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is typically found growing on trees in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a dense, bushy growth habit and is often used as a hedge or screen plant. It is also used as a windbreak and can provide shade in hot climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and thick.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum is an epiphytic orchid native to the Philippines. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds need to be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of 70-85°F (21-29°C) for germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum

Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.

Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum?

Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum?

Spadix-Flowered Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum spadiciflorum?

It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and 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-27406: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Tixier (1918-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tixier' in the authors string.