Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
umbraticola
ID:
644900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 774 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644232



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Umbraticola
  • Umbraticola Orchid
  • Umbraticola Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum umbraticola (also called Umbrella Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 500–1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum umbraticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soil conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Bulbophyllum umbraticola flower is a small, white, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum umbraticola is a perennial plant that prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced about 25 cm apart. It is also possible to propagate this plant from cuttings.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum umbraticola

Bulbophyllum umbraticola can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum umbraticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum umbraticola?

Bulbophyllum umbraticola

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum umbraticola?

Umbrella bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum umbraticola?

Bulbophyllum umbraticola is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist, shady forests.

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,