Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rothschildianum
ID:
607041

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 8: 27 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606373



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Rothschildianum
  • Rothschild's Bulbophyllum
  • Rothschild's Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum rothschildianum O'Brien [unknown]
  • Mastigion rothschildianum (O'Brien) Lucksom [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum rothschildianum (also called Rothschild's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family native to tropical Africa. It is an epiphytic orchid with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in tropical forests and woodlands, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum rothschildianum is used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, stomachache, and diarrhea. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves and stems are edible. The plant is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum rothschildianum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum rothschildianum can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, dig up the plant and divide the rhizomes into smaller sections. Replant the sections in a well-draining potting mix. For seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum rothschildianum

Bulbophyllum rothschildianum can be found in tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola and in Madagascar.

Bulbophyllum rothschildianum FAQ

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum rothschildianum?

Bulbophyllum rothschildianum is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae.

Where is Bulbophyllum rothschildianum native to?

Bulbophyllum rothschildianum is native to tropical Africa.

What is the growth habit of Bulbophyllum rothschildianum?

Bulbophyllum rothschildianum is an epiphytic orchid with pseudobulbs.

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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