Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brevilabium
ID:
467983

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 772 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467315



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum brevilabium
  • Short-lipped Bulbophyllum
  • Short-lipped Bulbophyllum
  • Short-lipped Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum brevilabium (also called Short-lipped bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic herbaceous plant with long, thin, creeping stems and small, ovate, dark green leaves. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and usually grows on tree trunks in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum brevilabium is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum brevilabium has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum brevilabium is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 20 cm (7.9 in) tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum brevilabium

Bulbophyllum brevilabium is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum brevilabium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum brevilabium?

Bulbophyllum brevilabium

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum brevilabium?

Forests in Southeast Asia

What are the common uses of Bulbophyllum brevilabium?

Medicinal and ornamental purposes

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-25338: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.