Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pectinatum
ID:
581256

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

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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.

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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,

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