Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sulfureum
ID:
631263

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 225 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630595



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Sulfureum
  • Sulphur Bulbophyllum
  • Sulfur Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum brevipetalum majus H.Perrier [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum sulfureum (also called sulfur bulbophyllum, sulfur-scented orchid, and sulfur-scented bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of the world. It grows in a variety of habitats, including tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum sulfureum is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and for its fragrant wood and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum sulfureum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sulfureum is a small shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division of the root ball.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sulfureum

Bulbophyllum sulfureum can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum sulfureum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum sulfureum?

Bulbophyllum sulfureum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum sulfureum?

Tropical rainforests of South America

What is the average lifespan of Bulbophyllum sulfureum?

2-3 years

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-27486: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.