Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
verruculatum
ID:
649851

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 811 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649183



Common Names

  • Verruculatum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Verruculatum
  • Verruculatum's Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Diphyes verruculata (Schltr.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum verruculatum (also called Verruculate Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a small epiphytic orchid with long, thin, wiry stems and small, fleshy leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum verruculatum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum verruculatum are small and yellow with five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum verruculatum is a slow-growing, evergreen epiphyte that can reach up to 8 inches in height. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. The seeds should be planted in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual containers when they reach a height of about 2 inches.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum verruculatum

Bulbophyllum verruculatum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.

Bulbophyllum verruculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum verruculatum?

Bulbophyllum verruculatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum verruculatum?

Verruculatum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum verruculatum?

Tropical rainforests in South East Asia

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-27700: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.