Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acutebracteatum
ID:
451306

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bequaert. 1: 101 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450638



Common Names

  • Acute-Bracted Bulbophyllum
  • Acute-Bracted Orchid
  • Acute-Bracted Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum acutibracteatum acutibracteatum [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum platyrhachis De Wild. [illegitimate]

Description

Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum (also called Acute-bracted Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and banks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum var. rubrobrunneopapillosum (De Wild.) J.J.Verm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum is yellow and small, with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single seed in each capsule. The seeds are small and black in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum is a small, evergreen epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum

Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum?

Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum?

Acute-bracted Bulbophyllum

What is the growth habit of Bulbophyllum acutebracteatum?

It is an epiphytic orchid

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