Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kieneri
ID:
524317

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 11: 328 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523649



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum kieneri
  • Kiener's Bulbophyllum
  • Kiener Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum kieneri (also called Kiener's bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with white or yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests and montane habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum kieneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional African medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum kieneri has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum kieneri is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained medium in bright, indirect light. Propagation is usually done by division or seed. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum kieneri

Bulbophyllum kieneri is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, shady places.

Bulbophyllum kieneri FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum kieneri?

Kiener's Bulbophyllum

What is the scientific name of Kiener's Bulbophyllum?

Bulbophyllum kieneri

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum kieneri?

It is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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-26259: Based on the initial data import
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.