Bulbophyllum bavonis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bavonis
ID:
462833
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Blumea 29: 589 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462165
Common Names
- Bavon Bulbophyllum
- Bavon Orchid
- Bavon Bog Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum bavonis (also called 'Bavon's Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist forests, on trees, and along roadsides. It has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum bavonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum bavonis has small, white flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum bavonis is a tropical epiphyte that is native to Southeast Asia. It is typically grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum bavonis
Bulbophyllum bavonis can be found in South America, from Peru to Brazil.
Bulbophyllum bavonis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum bavonis?
Bulbophyllum bavonis
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum bavonis?
Bavon's Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum bavonis?
Mountain grasslands in the Himalayas of India
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-25254: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.