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
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.
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,