Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
superfluum
ID:
631568

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 26: 172 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630900



Common Names

  • Superfluous Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Superfluous
  • Bulbophyllum Superfluum


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Description

Bulbophyllum superfluum (also called Superfluum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It is found in humid forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum superfluum is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum superfluum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are deeply lobed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum superfluum can be propagated by division or tissue culture. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Bulbophyllum superfluum

Bulbophyllum superfluum is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Bulbophyllum superfluum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum superfluum?

Bulbophyllum superfluum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum superfluum?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

What are the common uses of Bulbophyllum superfluum?

Traditional medicine, dyeing, and tanning

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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