Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
xanthoacron
ID:
656304

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 45: 10 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000655636



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum xanthoacron
  • Xanthoacron Bulbophyllum
  • Yellow-tipped Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum xanthoacron (also called Yellow-tipped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has yellow-tipped flowers and grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum xanthoacron is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow, with a red lip. Seed: Tiny, black, round. Seedlings: Covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum xanthoacron is a terrestrial or epiphytic orchid that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It is propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum xanthoacron

Bulbophyllum xanthoacron is found in the Himalayas of Nepal and India.

Bulbophyllum xanthoacron FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum xanthoacron?

Bulbophyllum xanthoacron

What is the family of Bulbophyllum xanthoacron?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum xanthoacron?

Yellow-tipped bulbophyllum

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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