Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
subapproximatum
ID:
628938

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 6: 60 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628270



Common Names

  • Subapproximatum Bulbophyllum
  • Subapproximatum Orchid
  • Subapproximatum Bulb


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Description

Bulbophyllum subapproximatum (also called Subapproximate Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can grow up to 25 centimeters tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and is commonly found in evergreen forests and moist deciduous forests. The leaves are glossy and dark green, and the flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum subapproximatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal uses, including as an antiseptic, an anti-inflammatory, and a diuretic. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, colds, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum subapproximatum are small, yellow and bell-shaped, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum subapproximatum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Once established, the plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum subapproximatum

Bulbophyllum subapproximatum is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Bulbophyllum subapproximatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum subapproximatum?

Bulbophyllum subapproximatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum subapproximatum?

Subapproximatum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum subapproximatum?

Bulbophyllum subapproximatum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

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,