Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aubrevillei
ID:
460065

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 5: 386 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459397



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum aubrevillei
  • Aubreville's Bulbophyllum
  • Aubreville's Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum aubrevillei (also called 'Aubrevilles Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic herb, usually growing up to 10 cm tall. It is native to Africa, where it is found in Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria. It is found growing on tree branches, as well as on rocks and moss.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum aubrevillei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum aubrevillei is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum aubrevillei is a tropical evergreen epiphyte that is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown in containers or mounted on a tree.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum aubrevillei

Bulbophyllum aubrevillei is native to tropical Africa, particularly in Cameroon and Gabon.

Bulbophyllum aubrevillei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum aubrevillei?

Bulbophyllum aubrevillei

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum aubrevillei?

Aubreville's Bulbophyllum

What is the growth habit of Bulbophyllum aubrevillei?

It is a clump-forming perennial with a low-growing habit

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-25212: Based on the initial data import
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.