Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
obovatifolium
ID:
566895

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 3: 76 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566227



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum obovatifolium
  • Oval-Leaf Bulbophyllum
  • Obovatifolium Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum harposepalum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum obovatifolium (also called Obovate-leaved Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum obovatifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum obovatifolium has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum obovatifolium is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical regions of Asia. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-85°F. Propagation is by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at temperatures between 65-85°F.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum obovatifolium

Bulbophyllum obovatifolium can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum obovatifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum obovatifolium?

Bulbophyllum obovatifolium

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum obovatifolium?

It is a species of orchid in the genus Bulbophyllum.

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum obovatifolium?

It is native to Thailand.

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,

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