Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
antongilense
ID:
457223

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 230 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456555



Common Names

  • Antongilense Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Antongilense
  • Antongilense Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum antongilense (also called Antongil Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic plant, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Madagascar. It grows in lowland rainforest, as well as in dry woodland and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum antongilense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of wood for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum antongilense has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and winged. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum antongilense is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate light frost and is drought tolerant. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum antongilense

Bulbophyllum antongilense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Bulbophyllum antongilense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum antongilense?

Bulbophyllum antongilense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum antongilense?

Antongil Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum antongilense?

Tropical rainforests of Madagascar

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-25169: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.