Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
triste
ID:
642821

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 253 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642153



Common Names

  • Sad Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum triste
  • Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum triste (also called Sad Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to tropical Africa. It has an upright stem with lanceolate leaves and yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum triste is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum triste has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum triste is a tropical plant that can be propagated from seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil and keep the soil moist. For division, divide the clumps of the plant in the spring or summer and replant the divisions in individual pots filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum triste

Bulbophyllum triste is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Bulbophyllum triste FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum triste?

Bulbophyllum triste

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum triste?

Bulbophyllum triste is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world

What is the growth habit of Bulbophyllum triste?

Bulbophyllum triste is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height

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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