Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pleurothallopsis
ID:
588984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 180 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588316



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis
  • Pleurothallopsis Bulbophyllum
  • Pleurothallopsis Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis (also called Pigface, Hottentot Fig, Ice Plant, and Sour Fig, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves and bright pink flowers. It is found in coastal areas, sand dunes, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis are small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis is an epiphytic orchid that grows in moist, shady places. It prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can also be grown from seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis

Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis is native to South Africa and can be found in coastal areas with sandy soils.

Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis?

Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis?

Pleurothallopsis Bulbophyllum

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum pleurothallopsis?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-27013: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.