Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
regnellii
ID:
600351

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 22: 835 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599683



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum regnellii
  • Regnellii Orchid
  • Garden Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum sturmhoefelii Hoehne [unknown]
  • Didactyle regnellii Barb.Rodr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum regnellii (also called Regnell's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with pseudobulbs, each with a single leaf. It has small yellow flowers with a red lip, and grows in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum regnellii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization on slopes and embankments. The leaves of the plant are edible and can be used in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum regnellii is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and round with a black color. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum regnellii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the fall and cuttings should be taken in the spring.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum regnellii

Bulbophyllum regnellii is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Bulbophyllum regnellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum regnellii?

Bulbophyllum regnellii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum regnellii?

Regnell's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum regnellii?

Dry, rocky slopes

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,

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