Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
reichenbachii
ID:
600517

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 33(2): 417 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599849



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum reichenbachii
  • Reichenbachii Bulbophyllum
  • Reichenbachii Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis reichenbachii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum gracile C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f. [illegitimate]

Description

Bulbophyllum reichenbachii (also called Reichenbach's Vigna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It grows in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum reichenbachii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum reichenbachii is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum reichenbachii is a small, slow-growing orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining orchid mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Divisions should be taken from the rhizome and planted in a well-draining orchid mix and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum reichenbachii

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

Bulbophyllum reichenbachii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum reichenbachii?

Bulbophyllum reichenbachii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum reichenbachii?

Reichenbachii

Where is Bulbophyllum reichenbachii found?

Bulbophyllum reichenbachii is found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

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-27159: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.