Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nasilabium
ID:
561614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 379 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560946



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum nasilabium
  • Nasal Bulbophyllum
  • Nasal-lipped Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum nasilabium (also called Elephant's-ear Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers with purple spots. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical forests and other humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum nasilabium has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, bell-shaped flowers. Seed: Small, black, glossy seeds. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum nasilabium is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum nasilabium

Bulbophyllum nasilabium is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, grasslands, and scrublands.

Bulbophyllum nasilabium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum nasilabium?

Bulbophyllum nasilabium

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum nasilabium?

Nose-like Bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum nasilabium?

Orchidaceae

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-26706: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.