Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aberrans
ID:
450565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 177 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449897



Common Names

  • Aberrant Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum aberrans
  • Aberrant Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum aberrans (also called Aberrant Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, epiphytic orchid native to India. It has multiple stems and lanceolate leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum aberrans is an evergreen shrub that is used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak or to provide shade and privacy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum aberrans has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum aberrans is an epiphytic orchid that grows in clumps and can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or fall. Plant the divisions in a potting mix and keep them moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum aberrans

Bulbophyllum aberrans is native to Australia and can be found in areas of New South Wales and Queensland.

Bulbophyllum aberrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum aberrans?

Bulbophyllum aberrans

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum aberrans?

Aberrant Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum aberrans?

It is found in tropical rainforests

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,