Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tremulum
ID:
639070

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 5: t. 1749 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638402



Common Names

  • Tremulous Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Tremulum
  • Tremulum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum tremulum (also called Tremulum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Araceae. It is native to tropical regions of South America. It is an epiphytic plant that grows on trees and other structures.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum tremulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum tremulum has small white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm and 4 petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum tremulum is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept dry during the winter months.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum tremulum

Bulbophyllum tremulum can be found in tropical regions of Asia, including parts of India, China, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum tremulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum tremulum?

Bulbophyllum tremulum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum tremulum?

Trembling Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum tremulum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-27579: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.