Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gemma-reginae
ID:
502964
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Blumea 41: 21 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502296
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae
- Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae
- Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae (also called Gemma-Reginae Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in the south-east of Australia. It has a single, long, thin, green leaf and a single, white, fragrant flower. It is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae is an ornamental plant that is used for landscaping and gardening purposes. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions that are believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae is an epiphytic orchid that is propagated through division. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The plants should be grown in bright, indirect light and kept in temperatures between 10-20°C (50-68°F). Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae
Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae?
Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae?
It is an epiphytic orchid
Where is Bulbophyllum gemma-reginae found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
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-25967: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.