Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
humile
ID:
513245

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 730 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512577



Common Names

  • Humile Bulbophyllum
  • Humile Orchid
  • Humile Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus humilis (Schltr.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum humile (also called Dwarf Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in humid forests. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum humile is used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum humile is small and yellow, with a sweet scent. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum humile is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2m. It is hardy and drought tolerant, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and mulch to retain moisture.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum humile

Bulbophyllum humile can be found in India, and is found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests.

Bulbophyllum humile FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum humile?

Humble Bulbophyllum

What is the scientific name of Humble Bulbophyllum?

Bulbophyllum humile

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum humile?

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-26121: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.