Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brachyphyton
ID:
466808

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 15: 329 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466140



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum brachyphyton
  • Brachyphyton Bulbophyllum
  • Short-Leaf Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum brachyphyton (also called Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of about 1 m. Its leaves are lanceolate and have a glossy green color.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum brachyphyton is used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum brachyphyton has small yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum brachyphyton is a species of orchid found in tropical and subtropical Asia. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome. It prefers bright indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum brachyphyton

Bulbophyllum brachyphyton is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum brachyphyton FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum brachyphyton?

Bulbophyllum brachyphyton

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum brachyphyton?

Short-leaved Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum brachyphyton found?

Bulbophyllum brachyphyton is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

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-25322: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.