Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gibbosum
ID:
503244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 54 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502576



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum gibbosum
  • Humped Bulbophyllum
  • Humped Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis gibbosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum igneocentrum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum magnivaginatum Ames & C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum selangorense Ridl. [unknown]
  • Diphyes gibbosa Blume [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis gibbosa (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum gibbosum (also called humped broom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub that can reach up to 2 meters in height, with yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is commonly found in dry and sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum gibbosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat skin diseases, as a diuretic, and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum gibbosum is a white to yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center and a long, curved spadix. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum gibbosum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum gibbosum

Bulbophyllum gibbosum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum gibbosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum gibbosum?

Bulbophyllum gibbosum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum gibbosum?

Humped Bulbophyllum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum gibbosum?

Orchid

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-25976: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.