Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brachypus
ID:
1414272

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) J.J.Verm., Schuit. & de Vogel

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 166: 107 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426737



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum brachypus
  • Short-stalked Bulbophyllum
  • Short-stalked Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum brachypus (also called Short-Lipped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in humid forests and woodlands, often in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum brachypus has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum brachypus has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum brachypus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum brachypus

Bulbophyllum brachypus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum brachypus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum brachypus?

Bulbophyllum brachypus

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum brachypus?

Short-stalked Bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum brachypus?

Orchidaceae

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.