Bulbophyllum teresense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
teresense
ID:
635387
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ruschi
Source:
wcs
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
Orquid. Nov. Estad. Espirito Santo 17 (1946); cf. Gray Herb. Card Cat.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634719
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Teresense
- Teres Bulbophyllum
- Teresense Bulbophyllum
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Bulbophyllum teresense (also called Teres bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Madagascar. It has small, heart-shaped leaves and produces white flowers in the spring. It prefers humid, well-drained soil and is often found growing on trees and rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum teresense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum teresense is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Bulbophyllum teresense is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or from division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist but not soggy. The seeds should germinate in a few weeks. To propagate from division, carefully separate the roots of the plant and replant each division in its own pot filled with well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the divisions should take root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum teresense
Bulbophyllum teresense is native to Madagascar and can be found in humid forests.
Bulbophyllum teresense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum teresense?
Bulbophyllum teresense
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum teresense?
It is native to Madagascar.
What are the common names of Bulbophyllum teresense?
It is also known as the Teres Bulbophyllum.
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-27529: Based on the initial data import
Augusto Ruschi (1915-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruschi' in the authors string.