Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
theioglossum
ID:
636456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 854 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635788



Common Names

  • Theioglossum
  • Bulbophyllum
  • Theioglossum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum theioglossum (also called Theioglossum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic shrub with oblong-lanceolate leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to India and is found in montane forests at elevations of 1000–1800 m.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum theioglossum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum theioglossum is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, light green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum theioglossum is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees in tropical rainforests. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done when the plant is dormant and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum theioglossum

Bulbophyllum theioglossum can be found in the Hawaiian Islands, where it is endemic to the island of Kauai.

Bulbophyllum theioglossum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum theioglossum?

Bulbophyllum theioglossum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum theioglossum?

Theioglossum Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum theioglossum?

Tropical rainforests

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-27539: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.