Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ikongoense
ID:
513649

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 6: 70 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512981



Common Names

  • Ikongoense Bulbophyllum
  • Ikongoense Orchid
  • Ikongoense Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum ikongoense (also called Ikongo bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in humid montane forests. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ikongoense is used for medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum ikongoense are small, yellow, and arranged in a dense, cylindrical spike. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ikongoense is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees or rocks. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done by carefully removing the plant from its pot and dividing the roots into smaller sections. The plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soils.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ikongoense

Bulbophyllum ikongoense can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Bulbophyllum ikongoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum ikongoense?

Bulbophyllum ikongoense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum ikongoense?

Ikongo Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum ikongoense?

Tropical rainforests

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,