Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
obscuriflorum
ID:
567059

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 6: 78 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566391



Common Names

  • Obscuriflorum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Obscuriflorum
  • Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum


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Description

Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum (also called Obscure-Flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 m high. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and along streams. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used as a ground cover in landscaping. It has a pleasant smell and can be used to attract beneficial insects like bees and butterflies. It can also be used to make a tea that has a mild sedative effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum

Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum?

Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum

Where is Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum found?

Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What is the growth habit of Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum?

Bulbophyllum obscuriflorum is a perennial herb with a creeping habit.

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,