Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
elegans
ID:
491513

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner ex Thwaites

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 298 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490845



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum elegans
  • Elegant Bulbophyllum
  • Elegant Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis elegans Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis elegans (Gardner ex Thwaites) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Rhytionanthos elegans (Gardner ex Thwaites) C.S.Kumar & Garay [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum elegans (also called 'Elegant Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually in the understory of montane forests. It has a single stem with a single flower and a single leaf.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum elegans is an evergreen epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it can also be grown in containers. The flowers are fragrant and can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum elegans has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and round and are usually reddish-brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum elegans is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or seeds. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings have established, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum elegans

Bulbophyllum elegans is native to tropical Africa.

Bulbophyllum elegans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum elegans?

Bulbophyllum elegans

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum elegans?

It is native to tropical Asia.

What is the best way to care for Bulbophyllum elegans?

Bulbophyllum elegans should be planted in well-draining soil and kept in partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring.

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-25781: Based on the initial data import
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.