Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tahitense
ID:
632706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nadeaud

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Énum. Pl. Tahiti : 36 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632038



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum tahitense
  • Tahitense Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum of Tahitense


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Description

Bulbophyllum tahitense (also called Tahitian Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a climbing plant that is native to tropical regions of the Pacific. It has light green, heart-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum tahitense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum tahitense sub. butaudianum Marg.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum tahitense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals, each with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum tahitense is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum tahitense

Bulbophyllum tahitense can be found in the tropical forests of Tahiti.

Bulbophyllum tahitense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum tahitense?

Bulbophyllum tahitense

What is the family of Bulbophyllum tahitense?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum tahitense?

Tahitian Bulbophyllum

Where is Bulbophyllum tahitense native to?

Tahiti

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-27500: Based on the initial data import
Jean Nadeaud (1834-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nadeaud' in the authors string.