Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
navicula
ID:
561905

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 819 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561237



Common Names

  • Navicula Bulbophyllum
  • Navicula Orchid
  • Navicula Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Diphyes navicula (Schltr.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum navicula (also called Boat-Shaped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It has a short stem with a single leaf and a single, fragrant flower. The flower has a white-yellow color and has a long, curved lip. It grows in humid, shady areas, such as on trees or in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum navicula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum navicula is small, yellow and fragrant. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum navicula is a small epiphytic orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum navicula

Bulbophyllum navicula is native to Asia and can be found in moist, tropical habitats.

Bulbophyllum navicula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum navicula?

Bulbophyllum navicula

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum navicula?

It is an epiphytic orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum navicula?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-26709: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.