Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
torricellense
ID:
638199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 728 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637531



Common Names

  • Torricellense Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Torricellense
  • Torricellense Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus torricellensis (Schltr.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum torricellense (also called Torricelli's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in forests, grasslands, and rocky areas. It has small, round leaves that are dark green in color and can reach up to 5 cm in length. The flowers are small and white and have four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum torricellense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Bulbophyllum torricellense are small, white and fragrant. Seed: The seeds of Bulbophyllum torricellense are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Bulbophyllum torricellense are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum torricellense is an evergreen epiphytic plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining soil. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum torricellense

Bulbophyllum torricellense is native to New Guinea and can be found in the Torricelli Mountains.

Bulbophyllum torricellense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum torricellense?

Bulbophyllum torricellense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum torricellense?

Torricelli's Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum torricellense native to?

Southeast Asia

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-27569: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.