Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
xanthotes
ID:
656842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 799 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656174



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Xanthotes
  • Yellow-tipped Bulbophyllum
  • Xanthotes Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Diphyes xanthotes (Schltr.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum xanthotes (also called Yellow-flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid with yellow flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum xanthotes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries, and is also used for erosion control on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum xanthotes are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with pale green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum xanthotes is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate cold temperatures.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum xanthotes

Bulbophyllum xanthotes is native to the mountains of western North America, from British Columbia south to California and east to Wyoming and Colorado.

Bulbophyllum xanthotes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum xanthotes?

Bulbophyllum xanthotes

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum xanthotes?

Yellow-haired bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum xanthotes?

Orchidaceae

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-27774: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.