Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rhopalophorum
ID:
604403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 828 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603735



Common Names

  • Vescoana Christiana
  • Vescoana Christiana
  • Vescoana Christiana


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Description

Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum (also called Club-Shaped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and its habitats include rainforests, dry woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum has a small, white flower with a short, curved tube and a broad, flat lip. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings are small, with a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn by dividing the clumps of the plant.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum

Christiana vescoana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum?

Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum rhopalophorum found?

Southeast 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-27199: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.