Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vittatum
ID:
652634

Status:
valid

Authors:
Teijsm. & Binn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 24: 308 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651966



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum vittatum
  • Vittatum Bulbophyllum
  • Vittatum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis vittata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis vittata (Teijsm. & Binn.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum vittatum (also called 'Vittate Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum vittatum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum vittatum is a species of orchid native to India and Sri Lanka. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It is best grown in a well-draining potting mix, in partial shade. Propagation is done by division.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum vittatum

Bulbophyllum vittatum is found in the tropical forests of India.

Bulbophyllum vittatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum vittatum?

Bulbophyllum vittatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum vittatum?

No common name

Where is Bulbophyllum vittatum found?

Bulbophyllum vittatum is found in India

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-27728: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Elias Teijsmann (1808-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teijsm.' in the authors string.
Simon Binnendijk (1821-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binn.' in the authors string.