Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bifurcatum
ID:
806322

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Yukawa

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Ann. Tsukuba Bot. Gard. 22: 147 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805656

Common Names

  • Dendrobium bifurcatum
  • Bifurcate Dendrobium
  • Dendrobium

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Description

Dendrobium bifurcatum (also called 'Bifurcate Dendrobium', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the Orchidaceae family. It has long, thin stems with small, oval leaves and white or yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in humid, tropical forests. It is often found growing on trees and other plants in shady, moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrobium bifurcatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrobium bifurcatum is a white, star-shaped bloom with six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, green stalks with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrobium bifurcatum is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining soil mix. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by cuttings taken from the tips of the stems. Cuttings should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Dendrobium bifurcatum

Dendrobium bifurcatum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Dendrobium bifurcatum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Dendrobium bifurcatum?

Dendrobium bifurcatum prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)

How much light does Dendrobium bifurcatum need?

Dendrobium bifurcatum prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Dendrobium bifurcatum?

Water Dendrobium bifurcatum when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.

Species in the Dendrobium genus

Dendrobium archipelagense, Dendrobium contextum, Dendrobium farinatum, Dendrobium fusciflorum, Dendrobium limpidum, Dendrobium numaldeorii, Dendrobium parnatanum, Dendrobium protractum, Dendrobium pseudorarum, Dendrobium racieanum, Dendrobium sidikalangense, Dendrobium sleumeri, Dendrobium speckmaieri, Dendrobium stellare, Dendrobium suzukii, Dendrobium tampangii, Dendrobium trantuanii, Dendrobium crassilabium, Dendrobium ianthinum, Dendrobium lanuginosum, Dendrobium sutiknoi, Dendrobium bifurcatum, Dendrobium brillianum, Dendrobium eymanum, Dendrobium flebiliflorum, Dendrobium paragnomus, Dendrobium sibuyanense, Dendrobium spenceanum, Dendrobium spinuliferum, Dendrobium stipiticola, Dendrobium trankimianum, Dendrobium vietnamense, Dendrobium bicolense, Dendrobium chapaense, Dendrobium cymbicallum, Dendrobium davaoense, Dendrobium heokhuii, Dendrobium ochthochilum, Dendrobium optimuspatruus, Dendrobium pleasancium, Dendrobium reginanivis, Dendrobium rickscottianum, Dendrobium roseosparsum, Dendrobium vogelsangii, Dendrobium cowenii, Dendrobium arunachalense, Dendrobium jiajiangense, Dendrobium wangliangii, Dendrobium ravanii, Dendrobium niveobarbatum,

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-343944: Based on the initial data import
Tomohisa Yukawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yukawa' in the authors string.