Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
subumbellatum
ID:
630626

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 31: 274 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629958



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum subumbellatum
  • Subumbellatum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Subumbellatum Plant


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Description

Bulbophyllum subumbellatum (also called Subumbellate Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and bright pink flowers with a yellow center. It is typically found in open, sunny areas and is often used as an ornamental shrub in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum subumbellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum subumbellatum has small, tubular flowers with white petals and yellow-green sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum subumbellatum is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter (3 feet) tall. It has long, thin leaves and small, tubular flowers that are usually pink or white. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division, though cuttings can also be used. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum subumbellatum

Bulbophyllum subumbellatum can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Bulbophyllum subumbellatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum subumbellatum?

Bulbophyllum subumbellatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum subumbellatum?

Sub-Umbellate Bulbophyllum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum subumbellatum?

Evergreen shrub

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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