Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 31: 276 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632872
Common Names
- Cynanchum boveanum
- Cynanchum bowmanii
- Bulbophyllum tardeflorens
Description
Bulbophyllum tardeflorens (also called Late-flowering bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows up to 0.2 m tall and has a woody stem. It is found in humid, shady, and moist habitats, such as tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum tardeflorens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum tardeflorens is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum tardeflorens is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water or fertilizer.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum tardeflorens
Bulbophyllum tardeflorens is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and northern parts of the island.
Bulbophyllum tardeflorens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum tardeflorens?
Bulbophyllum tardeflorens
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum tardeflorens?
Late-flowering bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum tardeflorens?
It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.
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,