Status:
valid
Authors:
Summerh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1935: 203 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000546289
Common Names
- Large-bracted Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum Magnibracteatum
- Giant Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum (also called Magnificent Bract Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum: This plant is best grown in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in spring or fall. The divisions should be replanted immediately.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum
Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum?
Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum?
Large-bracted Bulbophyllum
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum magnibracteatum?
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,