Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alinae
ID:
454026

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cameroun 35: 395 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453358



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum alinae
  • Alina's Bulbophyllum
  • Alina Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum alinae (also called 'Kauila' and 'Kauwila', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, and is found in dry and mesic forests. It has simple, alternate leaves, and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum alinae is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum alinae has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum alinae is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-prepared seed bed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum alinae

Bulbophyllum alinae can be found in the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum alinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum alinae?

Bulbophyllum alinae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum alinae?

Alinae Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum alinae?

Tropical forests of 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,