Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brevipetalum
ID:
468120

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 6: 88 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467452



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum brevipetalum
  • Short-petaled Bulbophyllum
  • Short-petal Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum brevipetalum speculiferum H.Perrier [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum brevipetalum (also called Short-petalled 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 brevipetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and is often used as a ground cover. It is also known to attract butterflies and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum brevipetalum has white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum brevipetalum 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 brevipetalum

Bulbophyllum brevipetalum can be found in India, growing in moist forests and shady areas.

Bulbophyllum brevipetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum brevipetalum?

Bulbophyllum brevipetalum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum brevipetalum?

Orchidaceae

What is the distribution of Bulbophyllum brevipetalum?

Asia

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,