Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
renipetalum
ID:
601117

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 818 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000600449

Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum renipetalum
  • Reni-petal Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum

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Synonyms

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

Description

Bulbophyllum renipetalum (also called Reni's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid forests and rocky areas. It has a rosette of long, thin leaves that are green with white stripes. It produces a tall, branched inflorescence with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum renipetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum renipetalum has a small, yellow flower with white markings. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum renipetalum is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. Propagation is done by division or by seed. To divide, carefully separate the stems and replant them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining potting mix and keep the soil warm and humid. The plants will germinate in a few weeks.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum renipetalum

Bulbophyllum renipetalum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.

Bulbophyllum renipetalum FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum renipetalum?

Red-petaled Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum renipetalum?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What is the best soil for Bulbophyllum renipetalum?

Well-drained, sandy soil with some organic matter

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-27165: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.