Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
devium
ID:
487066

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Comber

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Orchids Java : 291 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000486398



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum devium
  • Dev's Bulbophyllum
  • Dev's Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum distans J.J.Sm. [illegitimate]

Description

Bulbophyllum devium (also called 'Dev's Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum devium has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum devium has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green calyx. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Bulbophyllum devium: This plant can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. Divisions should be taken in early spring and placed in a moist soil mix. Stem cuttings should be taken in early spring and placed in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, humid environment until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum devium

Bulbophyllum devium is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Bulbophyllum devium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum devium?

Bulbophyllum devium

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum devium?

Dev's Bulbophyllum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum devium?

Herbaceous perennial

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-25695: Based on the initial data import
James Boughtwood Comber (1929-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Comber' in the authors string.