Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
latibrachiatum
ID:
528630

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 19: 7 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527962



Common Names

  • Broad-Branched Bulbophyllum
  • Hairy Bulbophyllum
  • Hairy-Leaf Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum (also called Broad-branched Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and its leaves are used as a source of fiber for weaving and basketry.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum var. latibrachiatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with thin stems and narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum is a perennial epiphyte that can be grown from seed or propagated from rhizomes. It prefers moist soils and bright, indirect light. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay, sand, and loam. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained seedbed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum

Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum?

Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum?

Hairy-lipped Bulbophyllum

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum latibrachiatum?

It is found in tropical rainforests

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