Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
apertum
ID:
457279

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 6: 462 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456611



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum apertum
  • Open Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum apertum (also called Open Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a spreading, open crown and long, slender branches. It grows in moist, lowland forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum apertum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and stomach disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum apertum are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum apertum is a tropical evergreen epiphyte native to South America. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12 and prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum apertum

Bulbophyllum apertum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests.

Bulbophyllum apertum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum apertum?

Bulbophyllum apertum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum apertum?

Apertum Bulbophyllum

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum apertum?

Tropical rainforest

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-25170: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.