Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
spathipetalum
ID:
625109

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 19: 9 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624441



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum spathipetalum
  • Spathipetalum Bulbophyllum
  • Petal-shaped Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum spathipetalum (also called Spathipetalum orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia, typically found in moist, shady forests. It has a slender, erect stem, reaching up to 0.5 meters in height, with small, narrow, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum spathipetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum spathipetalum has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum spathipetalum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum spathipetalum

Bulbophyllum spathipetalum is native to tropical Asia and can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum spathipetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum spathipetalum?

Bulbophyllum spathipetalum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum spathipetalum?

Spathipetalum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum spathipetalum?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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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