Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hildebrandtii
ID:
511178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Otia Bot. Hamburg. : 74 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510510



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii
  • Hildebrandtii Bulbophyllum
  • Hildebrandtii


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis hildebrandtii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum maculatum Jum. & H.Perrier [illegitimate]
  • Bulbophyllum madagascariense Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum melanopogon Schltr. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis hildebrandtii (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii (also called Hildebrandt's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical Asia. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic plant, growing to 1 m tall. The leaves are oblong-lanceolate, with a purple-spotted midrib.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii

Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii is native to India and can be found in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 4,000 meters.

Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii?

Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii?

Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii is an orchid.

Where does Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii grow?

Bulbophyllum hildebrandtii is native to Madagascar.

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,

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