Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
albociliatum
ID:
453605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.S.Liu & H.J.Su) K.Nakaj.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Biol. Mag. 10: 36 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452937



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum albociliatum
  • Albociliate Bulbophyllum
  • White-Eyelash Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum taichungianum S.S.Ying [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum albociliatum T.S.Liu & H.J.Su [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum albociliatum (T.S.Liu & H.J.Su) Seidenf. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum albociliatum (also called White-lipped Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the tropical forests of South East Asia. It is a small epiphytic orchid, with white flowers and a yellow lip. It is found in humid, shady areas, often growing on the trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum albociliatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make traditional medicines.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum albociliatum var. weiminianum T.P.Lin & Kuo Huang
Bulbophyllum albociliatum var. shanlinshiense T.P.Lin & Y.N.Chang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum albociliatum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum albociliatum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is drought tolerant but can be irrigated during dry periods. Pruning is recommended to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum albociliatum

Bulbophyllum albociliatum is found in the tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka.

Bulbophyllum albociliatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum albociliatum?

Bulbophyllum albociliatum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum albociliatum?

Orchidaceae

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum albociliatum?

White-ciliated Bulbophyllum, White-ciliated Bulbophyllum 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25100: Based on the initial data import
Tang Shui Liu (1911-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.S.Liu' in the authors string.
Kunio Nakajima: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Nakaj.' in the authors string.
Horng Jye Su (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Su' in the authors string.