Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bracteatum
ID:
467216

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Bailey

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Dept. Agric. Bot. Div. Bull. 4: 17 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466548



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Bracteatum
  • Bracteatum Orchid
  • Bracteatum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Adelopetalum bracteatum Fitzg. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum bracteatum (also called Bracted 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 and its long, bract-like leaves. It grows in humid, tropical forests in Southeast Asia.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum bracteatum 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 bracteatum 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 bracteatum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum bracteatum

Bulbophyllum bracteatum is found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Bulbophyllum bracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum bracteatum?

Bulbophyllum bracteatum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum bracteatum?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum bracteatum 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-25327: Based on the initial data import
Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.