Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alveatum
ID:
454337

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 7: 151 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453669



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum alveatum
  • Honeycomb Bulbophyllum
  • Honeycomb Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Peltopus alveatus (J.J.Verm.) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum alveatum (also called Alveate Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, and grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum alveatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum alveatum has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum alveatum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil and should be kept in partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum alveatum

Bulbophyllum alveatum can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum alveatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum alveatum?

Bulbophyllum alveatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum alveatum?

Alveatum Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum alveatum native to?

Jamaica

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-25117: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.