Status:
valid
Authors:
Finet
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 44: 268 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580588
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum pectinatum
- Pectinatum Bulbophyllum
- Pectinatum Bulbophyllum
Synonyms
- Bulbophyllum spectabile Rolfe [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum transarisanense Hayata [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum viridiflorum Hayata [illegitimate]
- Bulbophyllum transarisanense alboviride Fukuy. [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum pectinatum pectinatum [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum pectinatum (also called Comb-like Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Africa. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry and moist forests, and on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum pectinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers can be used to make a tea that is said to have calming and anti-inflammatory effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum pectinatum is a bright yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a yellow stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum pectinatum is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright indirect light and high humidity. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum pectinatum
Bulbophyllum pectinatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Bulbophyllum pectinatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pectinatum?
Bulbophyllum pectinatum
What is the family of Bulbophyllum pectinatum?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum pectinatum?
Comb-like 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,