Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tristriatum
ID:
642881

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 5: 128 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642213



Common Names

  • Tristriate Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum tristriatum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum belliae J.J.Verm. & A.L.Lamb [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum tristriatum (also called Three-striped 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 tristriatum is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum tristriatum has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum tristriatum is an epiphytic plant that can be grown in a range of temperatures. It is best propagated by division, as it is difficult to propagate from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum tristriatum

Bulbophyllum tristriatum is native to tropical Africa and Asia.

Bulbophyllum tristriatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum tristriatum?

Bulbophyllum tristriatum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum tristriatum?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum tristriatum?

Tropical rainforest

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,