Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gilvum
ID:
503595

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm. & A.L.Lamb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Blumea 38: 338 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502927



Common Names

  • Gilvum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum gilvum
  • Gilvum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum gilvum (also called Gilvum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that grows up to 10 cm in height. It is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers tropical climates and is found in wet forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum gilvum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum gilvum are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum gilvum is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is propagated by division or seed. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained, light soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum gilvum

Bulbophyllum gilvum is native to New Zealand.

Bulbophyllum gilvum FAQ

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum gilvum?

Bulbophyllum gilvum is commonly known as the Gilvum Bulbophyllum.

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum gilvum?

Bulbophyllum gilvum is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

What are the medicinal uses of Bulbophyllum gilvum?

Bulbophyllum gilvum has been used to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

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-25982: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Lamb (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Lamb' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.