Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
taeniophyllum
ID:
632383

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 12: 198 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631715



Common Names

  • Taeniophyllum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum
  • Taeniophyllum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis simillima Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorkis taeniophylla Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum mundulum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum punctatissimum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum rupicola Ridl. [illegitimate]
  • Bulbophyllum simillinum C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum mundulum Hort.Bull [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum punctatissimum Rolfe ex Ridl. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum simillimum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum taeniophyllum Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis simillima (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum (also called Ribbon-Leaf Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen, epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin, ribbon-like leaves and produces small, fragrant flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum is small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum can be propagated by division of the pseudobulbs. The pseudobulbs can be divided in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum

Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum?

Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum is native to Southeast Asia and is found in subtropical and tropical forests.

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum prefer?

Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.

How much sunlight does Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum need?

Bulbophyllum taeniophyllum needs full sun to partial shade.

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-27497: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Charles Samuel Pollock Parish (1822-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.P.Parish' in the authors string.