Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bracteolatum
ID:
467290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24: t. 57 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466622



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Bracteolatum
  • Bracteolatum Orchid
  • Bracteolatum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis bracteolata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis pachyrhyncha A.Rich. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Bolbophyllaria bracteolata (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Bolbophyllaria sordida (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis bracteolata (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum bracteolatum (also called Bracteolate 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 bracteolatum 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 bracteolatum 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 bracteolatum is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid spot and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum bracteolatum

Bulbophyllum bracteolatum can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, primarily in Vietnam and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum bracteolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum bracteolatum?

Bulbophyllum bracteolatum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum bracteolatum?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum bracteolatum?

Bulbophyllum bracteolatum is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

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-25328: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.