Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
naviculiforme
ID:
1326279

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.O'Byrne & P.T.Ong

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 13: 20 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338733



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Naviculiforme
  • Naviculiforme Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum naviculiforme (also called Naviculate bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to India. It has a single, thin, cylindrical pseudobulb with a single leaf at its apex. It is found growing in moist, shady forests at elevations of 500 to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum naviculiforme is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum naviculiforme is white with a yellow lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum naviculiforme is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F (4°C). It can be grown in containers or mounted on a slab.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum naviculiforme

Bulbophyllum naviculiforme is native to Thailand and can be found in the provinces of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Mae Hong Son.

Bulbophyllum naviculiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum naviculiforme?

Bulbophyllum naviculiforme

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum naviculiforme?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum naviculiforme found?

Tropical 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

Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Poh Teck Ong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.T.Ong' in the authors string.