Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vietnamense
ID:
650845

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Contr. Revis. Orchid Fl. Cambodia. Laos Vietnam : 21 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650177



Common Names

  • Vietnamense Orchid
  • Vietnam Orchid
  • Vietnamense Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum sigaldii Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum vietnamense (also called Vietnamese Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin, wiry stems. It is native to Vietnam and grows in moist, humid, and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum vietnamense is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum vietnamense is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum vietnamense can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of indirect light. It is hardy to USDA Zone 10.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum vietnamense

Bulbophyllum vietnamense is native to Vietnam and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Bulbophyllum vietnamense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum vietnamense?

Bulbophyllum vietnamense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum vietnamense?

Vietnamense Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum vietnamense?

Tropical rainforests

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,