Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
levyae
ID:
534675

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay, Hamer & Siegerist

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 10: 176 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534007



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum levyae
  • Levyae Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum levyae (also called the Levy's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It has a rounded crown and a trunk that can reach up to 5 m in height. Its leaves are alternate, with a leathery texture and a bright green color. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum levyae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with four petals. Seed: Small, round, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum levyae is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate flooding. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum levyae

Bulbophyllum levyae can be found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum levyae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum levyae?

Bulbophyllum levyae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum levyae?

Levy's bulbophyllum

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum levyae?

It is native to 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-26370: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Fritz Hamer (1912-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamer' in the authors string.
Emly Steffan Siegerist (1925-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siegerist' in the authors string.