Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ivorense
ID:
519817

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb & Pérez-Vera

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 15: 209 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519149



Common Names

  • Ivory Bulbophyllum
  • Ivory Orchid
  • Ivory Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum elongatum De Wild. [illegitimate]
  • Bulbophyllum flavidum elongatum De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum ivorense (also called Ivory Coast Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Ivory Coast. It grows in humid, lowland rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ivorense is an evergreen orchid that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It produces small, white flowers in the spring and has a spreading habit. The foliage is dark green and provides a nice contrast to other plants in the landscape.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum ivorense has small white flowers, with a few yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ivorense is an epiphytic orchid native to Africa. It prefers warm, humid conditions and bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The clumps should be divided and replanted in the same area. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ivorense

Bulbophyllum ivorense can be found in the forests of West Africa.

Bulbophyllum ivorense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum ivorense?

Bulbophyllum ivorense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum ivorense?

Ivory Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum ivorense?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-26206: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
F. Pérez-Vera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez-Vera' in the authors string.