Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
toilliezae
ID:
637807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 5: 403 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637139



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum toilliezae
  • Toilliezae Bulbophyllum
  • Toilliezae


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Description

Bulbophyllum toilliezae (also called Toilliez's bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in the mountains of the Albertine Rift in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. It grows in montane forests, at altitudes of 1,500 to 2,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum toilliezae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum toilliezae is a white or yellowish-white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, flat, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum toilliezae is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated through division or tissue culture. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F (4°C). It needs regular watering and fertilizing to keep it healthy.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum toilliezae

Bulbophyllum toilliezae is native to tropical Africa.

Bulbophyllum toilliezae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum toilliezae?

Bulbophyllum toilliezae

What is the family of Bulbophyllum toilliezae?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum toilliezae?

Tropical rainforest

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-27561: Based on the initial data import
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.