Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
keralense
ID:
523390

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Kumar & Sequiera

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 98: 87 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522722



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum keralense
  • Kerala Bulbophyllum
  • Kerala Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum keralense (also called Keralan Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to India. It has a rounded crown with a dense foliage. Its leaves are compound and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It is found in savannas, woodlands, and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum keralense is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum keralense are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum keralense is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with small, white flowers. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Bulbophyllum keralense

Bulbophyllum keralense is found in India.

Bulbophyllum keralense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum keralense?

Bulbophyllum keralense

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum keralense?

Kerala Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum keralense?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India

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-26250: Based on the initial data import
Muktesh Kumar (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kumar' in the authors string.
Stephen Sequiera (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sequiera' in the authors string.