Status:
valid
Authors:
Dockrill
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Orchadian 1: 94 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652424
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Wadsworthii
- Wadsworth's Bulbophyllum
- Wadsworth's Orchid
Synonyms
- Oxysepala wadsworthii (Dockrill) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum wadsworthii (also called Wadsworth's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It is found in humid forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum wadsworthii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum wadsworthii is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum wadsworthii is an evergreen epiphytic orchid that prefers partial sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum wadsworthii
Bulbophyllum wadsworthii is native to Costa Rica and Panama. It can be found growing in wet montane forests at elevations of 500-2000 m.
Bulbophyllum wadsworthii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum wadsworthii?
Bulbophyllum wadsworthii
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum wadsworthii?
Wadsworthii
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum wadsworthii?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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,