Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wallichii
ID:
653384

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Merr. & F.P.Metcalf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Lingnan Sci. J. 21: 7. 1945 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652716

Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum wallichii
  • Wallichii Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum

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Description

Bulbophyllum wallichii (also called Wallich's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and long, thin leaves, with small, fragrant white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum wallichii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum wallichii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, succulent leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum wallichii is a perennial herb that is native to tropical America. It is grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum wallichii

Bulbophyllum wallichii is native to India and can be found in the Himalayas.

Bulbophyllum wallichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum wallichii?

Bulbophyllum wallichii

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum wallichii?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum wallichii native to?

It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Franklin Post Metcalf (1892-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.P.Metcalf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:620467-1: Based on the initial data import