Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
refractum
ID:
600256

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Zoll.) Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 259 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599588



Common Names

  • Refractum Bulbophyllum
  • Refractum Bulbophyllum
  • Refractum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis refracta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tripudianthes refracta (Zoll.) Szlach. & Kras [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum refractum Zoll. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis refracta (Zoll.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum refractum (also called Refract Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its small, white flowers and linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum refractum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum refractum are small, tubular, and white or pink in color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum refractum is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It can also be grown from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum refractum

Bulbophyllum refractum is native to the western United States and Canada.

Bulbophyllum refractum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum refractum?

Bulbophyllum refractum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum refractum?

Refractum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum refractum?

Bulbophyllum refractum is native to the Mediterranean region

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-27156: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Zollinger (1818-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zoll.' in the authors string.