Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kusaiense
ID:
525838

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tuyama

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 54: 264 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525170



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum kusaiense
  • Kusaiense Bulbophyllum
  • Kusaiense Hollyhock


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus kusaiensis (Tuyama) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum kusaiense (also called 'Kusai Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum kusaiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum kusaiense is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum kusaiense is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It is easy to propagate by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring. It is best to divide the plant every two to three years to keep it healthy.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum kusaiense

Bulbophyllum kusaiense is native to the island of Kusai in Indonesia and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the island.

Bulbophyllum kusaiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum kusaiense?

Bulbophyllum kusaiense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum kusaiense?

Kusai Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum kusaiense?

Tropical 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-26277: Based on the initial data import
Takasi Tuyama (1910-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tuyama' in the authors string.