Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bulliferum
ID:
468912

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 19: 5 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468244



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Bulliferum
  • Bulbophyllum
  • Bulliferum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum barbilabium Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum verrucibracteum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Trachyrhachis barbilabia (Schltr.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Trachyrhachis bullifera (J.J.Sm.) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum bulliferum (also called bulbous-leaved bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 0.3-1 m. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum bulliferum is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil which is used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum bulliferum has small, yellow flowers with a red-brown lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum bulliferum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seeds or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some shade and drought. It is best grown in a warm climate.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum bulliferum

Bulbophyllum bulliferum can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America.

Bulbophyllum bulliferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum bulliferum?

Bulbophyllum bulliferum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum bulliferum?

Bulliferous Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum bulliferum?

It is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

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