Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 137 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637245
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum
- Toranum
- Toranum Bulbophyllum
Synonyms
- Bulbophyllum barbellatum Schltr. [unknown]
- Trachyrhachis barbellata (Schltr.) Szlach. [unknown]
- Trachyrhachis torana (J.J.Sm.) Szlach. [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum toranum (also called Toranum Bulbophyllum, Toranum Orchid, and Toranum Bulbophyllum Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, narrow, green leaves and small, white flowers. Native to India, it is found in tropical forests and grasslands. It is easy to grow in partial shade and requires regular watering.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum toranum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a number of medicinal properties, including being used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum toranum has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard seed coat. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum toranum is an epiphytic orchid that grows best in partial shade and in well-drained soil. It can be propagated from division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer and seeds should be sown in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum toranum
Bulbophyllum toranum can be found in India, Myanmar, and Thailand.
Bulbophyllum toranum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum toranum?
Bulbophyllum toranum
Where does Bulbophyllum toranum grow?
Bulbophyllum toranum is native to Southeast Asia and grows in humid environments.
What is the flowering period of Bulbophyllum toranum?
Bulbophyllum toranum flowers from late spring to early summer.
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,