Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brachystachyum
ID:
467130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 200 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466462



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Brachystachyum
  • Brachystachyum Orchid
  • Brachystachyum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum pseudonutans H.Perrier [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum brachystachyum (also called Short-spiked Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its small, white flowers with yellow and red markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests in Southeast Asia.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum brachystachyum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used to make a herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum brachystachyum is a yellow to orange color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round shape. The seedlings have a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum brachystachyum is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows on trees or rocks. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. The pseudobulbs can be divided in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum brachystachyum

Bulbophyllum brachystachyum is found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Bulbophyllum brachystachyum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum brachystachyum?

Bulbophyllum brachystachyum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum brachystachyum?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum brachystachyum prefer?

It prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5.

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-25326: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.