Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vexillarium
ID:
650599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 183 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649931



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum vexillarium
  • Vexillarium Bulbophyllum
  • Flag Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum vexillarium (also called 'Flag Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in tropical Asia. It has small, yellowish-green flowers with a dark red blotch in the center. The plant grows in humid forests and is found in India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, and China.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum vexillarium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum vexillarium is small and yellow. The seed is a small, black, glossy drupe. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum vexillarium is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It is a small plant with long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept warm and moist.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum vexillarium

Bulbophyllum vexillarium is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open woodlands and savannas.

Bulbophyllum vexillarium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum vexillarium?

Bulbophyllum vexillarium

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum vexillarium?

Vexillarium orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum vexillarium?

Tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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,

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