Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
variculosum
ID:
912534

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 26: 130 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911869



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum variculosum
  • Variculosum bulbophyllum
  • Variculosum bulb


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Description

Bulbophyllum variculosum (also called 'Variculosum Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is a small epiphytic orchid with small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum variculosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum variculosum has small, yellow flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum variculosum is an orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees and other plants. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not too often, and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum variculosum

Bulbophyllum variculosum is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand.

Bulbophyllum variculosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum variculosum?

Bulbophyllum variculosum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum variculosum?

Variculosum Bulbophyllum

How do you care for Bulbophyllum variculosum?

Bulbophyllum variculosum should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and regular watering.

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-456749: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.