Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
thompsonii
ID:
637026

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 464 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636358



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum thompsonii
  • Thompson's Bulbophyllum
  • Thompson's Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis thompsonii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis thompsonii (Ridl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum thompsonii (also called 'Thompson's Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist, shady places in the wild.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum thompsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum thompsonii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum thompsonii is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid, tropical climates. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum thompsonii

Bulbophyllum thompsonii is native to the Canary Islands.

Bulbophyllum thompsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum thompsonii?

Bulbophyllum thompsonii

What is the family of Bulbophyllum thompsonii?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum thompsonii?

Thompson's 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,

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