Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 56: 231 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524280
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum kivuense
- Kivu Orchid
- African Orchid
- Kivu Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum kivuense (also called Kivu Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum kivuense is used in traditional African medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, stomach pain, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum kivuense has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum kivuense is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, though cuttings can also be used.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum kivuense
Bulbophyllum kivuense is found in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Bulbophyllum kivuense FAQ
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum kivuense?
Kivu Bulbophyllum
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum kivuense?
Bulbophyllum kivuense
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum kivuense?
Tropical rainforests in Africa
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,