Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
subaequale
ID:
628618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Schedul. Orchid. 6: 93 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627950



Common Names

  • Sub-equal Bulbophyllum
  • Sub-equal Orchid
  • Sub-equal Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum subaequale (also called Subaequale orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its flowers are small and yellow in color. It is found in lowland forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum subaequale is a popular ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum subaequale are small, yellow, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum subaequale is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It can be grown in well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The plant can be propagated by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum subaequale

Bulbophyllum subaequale is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the region.

Bulbophyllum subaequale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum subaequale?

Bulbophyllum subaequale

What is the family of Bulbophyllum subaequale?

Lauraceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum subaequale?

Cinnamon Myrtle

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-27460: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.