Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leibergii
ID:
530319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames & Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 5: 177 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529651



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum leibergii
  • Leiberg's Bulbophyllum
  • Leiberg's Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum leibergii (also called Leiberg's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small, white flowers and is native to tropical Asia. It is found in humid, shady areas and on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum leibergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Bulbophyllum leibergii has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Seed: The seeds of Bulbophyllum leibergii are small, round, and black. Seedlings: Bulbophyllum leibergii seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum leibergii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or early summer as well.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum leibergii

Bulbophyllum leibergii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Bulbophyllum leibergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum leibergii?

Bulbophyllum leibergii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum leibergii?

Leiberg's Bulbophyllum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum leibergii?

Orchid

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-26323: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.