Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dunstervillei
ID:
490518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay in Garay & Dunst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 6: 70 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000489850



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Dunstervillei
  • Dunsterville's Bulbophyllum
  • Dunstervillei Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum dunstervillei (also called Dunsterville's Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Philippines. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is found in humid, shady areas, such as forests and jungles.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum dunstervillei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum dunstervillei is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum dunstervillei is a terrestrial or lithophytic species, found in tropical Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained potting medium, such as a mixture of peat moss and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum dunstervillei

Bulbophyllum dunstervillei is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, shady areas such as forest floors.

Bulbophyllum dunstervillei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum dunstervillei?

Bulbophyllum dunstervillei

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum dunstervillei?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum dunstervillei?

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-25750: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.