Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bolivianum
ID:
466152

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 10: 49 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465484



Common Names

  • Bolivianum
  • Bulbophyllum
  • Bolivianum


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Description

Bulbophyllum bolivianum (also called Bolivian Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia. It is found in the tropical montane forests of the region, growing in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum bolivianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum bolivianum is a small, white to pale yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum bolivianum is a herbaceous perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Sow seeds in a cold frame in spring and keep moist until germination. Divide clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum bolivianum

Bulbophyllum bolivianum is native to Bolivia and can be found in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet areas.

Bulbophyllum bolivianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum bolivianum?

Bulbophyllum bolivianum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum bolivianum?

Bolivian Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum bolivianum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-25304: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.