Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
jaapii
ID:
519917

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach. & Olszewski

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cameroun 35: 387 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519249



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum jaapii
  • Jaap's Bulbophyllum
  • Jaap's Orchid


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum jaapii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum jaapii has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum jaapii is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees or rocks. It is best grown in partial shade in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. Propagation is usually done by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early fall and should be lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum jaapii

Bulbophyllum jaapii is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and open areas.

Bulbophyllum jaapii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum jaapii?

Bulbophyllum jaapii

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum jaapii?

Jaap's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum jaapii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-26207: Based on the initial data import
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Tomasz S. Olszewski (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olszewski' in the authors string.