Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
abbreviatum
ID:
450459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 198 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449791



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum abbreviatum
  • Short-Lipped Bulbophyllum
  • Short-Lipped Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum ormerodianum Hermans [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum abbreviatum (also called Short-lipped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with short, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is typically found in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum abbreviatum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum abbreviatum has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum abbreviatum is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin, arching stems and small, fragrant flowers. It is native to tropical Asia and is hardy in USDA Zones 10-11. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum abbreviatum

Bulbophyllum abbreviatum is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum abbreviatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum abbreviatum?

Bulbophyllum abbreviatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum abbreviatum?

Short-tipped Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum abbreviatum found?

Bulbophyllum abbreviatum is found in Southeast Asia

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-25045: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.