Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
streptosepalum
ID:
627641

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 779 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626973



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum streptosepalum
  • Streptosepalum Bulbophyllum
  • Streptosepal Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum streptosepalum (also called twisted-sepaled Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, white flowers and long, twisted sepals. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America and is found in wet forests and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum streptosepalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum streptosepalum has small white flowers with a long slender calyx. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum streptosepalum is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and good air circulation. It requires a well-draining, organic potting mix and regular watering.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum streptosepalum

Bulbophyllum streptosepalum is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist, shady forests.

Bulbophyllum streptosepalum FAQ

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum streptosepalum?

Striped-sepal Bulbophyllum

What is the scientific classification of Bulbophyllum streptosepalum?

Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Asparagales; Family: Orchidaceae; Subfamily: Epidendroideae; Tribe: Vandeae; Subtribe: Aeridinae; Genus: Bulbophyllum; Species: B. streptosepalum

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum streptosepalum?

Tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands

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,