Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
arcuatilabium
ID:
458386

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 14: 214 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457718



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium
  • Arcuatilabium Bulbophyllum
  • Arcuatilabium Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium (also called 'Mountain laurel', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract butterflies and birds to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, round-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and a humid environment. To propagate by division, divide the plant into several sections and pot each section in a well-draining medium. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining medium and keep the medium moist. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium

Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium is native to tropical Africa, and can be found in countries such as Nigeria, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium?

Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium?

Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium is native to Southeast Asia.

What are the growth requirements of Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium?

Bulbophyllum arcuatilabium requires partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

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-25186: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.