Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
boulbetii
ID:
466520

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tixier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 6: 454 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465852



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum boulbetii
  • Boulbetii Bulbophyllum
  • Boulbetii Plant


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Description

Bulbophyllum boulbetii (also called Boulbet's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist forests and woodlands. It has thin, green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum boulbetii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum boulbetii has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum boulbetii is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen perennial with glossy, dark green leaves. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division or cuttings. It is drought and salt tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum boulbetii

Bulbophyllum boulbetii is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Bulbophyllum boulbetii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum boulbetii?

Bulbophyllum boulbetii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum boulbetii prefer?

Bulbophyllum boulbetii prefers moist, well-drained soils.

What type of climate does Bulbophyllum boulbetii prefer?

Bulbophyllum boulbetii prefers humid climates with temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

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-25316: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Tixier (1918-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tixier' in the authors string.