Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
viridescens
ID:
651933

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 38: 325 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651265



Common Names

  • Viridescens
  • Viridescens Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Viridescens


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum maximum Ridl. [illegitimate]
  • Bulbophyllum ridleyanum Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum maximum Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum viridescens (also called Green Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It is found in moist, shady forests. It has long, thin stems with bright green, heart-shaped leaves and small, fragrant flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum viridescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum viridescens is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Bulbophyllum viridescens can be done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a potting mix. Both methods require adequate sunlight and regular watering.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum viridescens

Bulbophyllum viridescens can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Bulbophyllum viridescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum viridescens?

Bulbophyllum viridescens

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum viridescens?

Green-flowered bulbophyllum, Green-flowered bulbophyllum, Bulbophyllum, Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum viridescens?

It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, in shady areas with high humidity and plenty of moisture.

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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