Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
urosepalum
ID:
647063

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 781 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646395



Common Names

  • Urosepalum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Urosepalum
  • Urosepalum Dictyoneura


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Description

Bulbophyllum urosepalum (also called 'Urosepalum Orchid', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has thin, wiry stems that can reach up to 1.5 m in length and have small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and is often found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum urosepalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum urosepalum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum urosepalum can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, the plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in moist, well-draining soil. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum urosepalum

Bulbophyllum urosepalum can be found in Africa, growing in rocky areas.

Bulbophyllum urosepalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum urosepalum?

Bulbophyllum urosepalum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum urosepalum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum urosepalum?

Urosepalum bulbophyllum

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-27671: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.