Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ovalifolium
ID:
574377

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) E.C.Parish

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Burmah ed. 3, 2: 191 1883

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573709



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum ovalifolium
  • Oval-Leaved Bulbophyllum
  • Oval-Leaved Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum ovalifolium (also called Oval-leaved Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ovalifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long blooming period and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum ovalifolium has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ovalifolium is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division is best done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Once established, Bulbophyllum ovalifolium requires moderate water and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ovalifolium

Bulbophyllum ovalifolium is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Bulbophyllum ovalifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum ovalifolium?

Bulbophyllum ovalifolium

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum ovalifolium?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum ovalifolium native to?

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

Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:619732-1: Based on the initial data import