Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
stabile
ID:
626409

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 2: 16 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625741



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum stabile
  • Stable Bulbophyllum
  • Stable Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus stabilis (J.J.Sm.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum stabile (also called Stable Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It has an erect stem with alternate, pinnate leaves and white flowers. It grows in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum stabile is a small epiphytic orchid that is often used as an ornamental plant. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. It can be used to add texture and color to gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum stabile has small, yellow, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum stabile is a succulent that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. To propagate, take stem cuttings and place them in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum stabile

Bulbophyllum stabile is native to tropical Africa and can be found in Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria.

Bulbophyllum stabile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum stabile?

Bulbophyllum stabile

What type of soil is best for Bulbophyllum stabile?

Well-draining, humus-rich soil

How often should Bulbophyllum stabile be watered?

Once every two weeks

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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