Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
veitchianum
ID:
917758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay ex W.E.Higgins

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 22(2): 17 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917093



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum veitchianum
  • Veitchianum Bulbophyllum
  • Veitchianum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum veitchianum (also called Veitch's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, fragrant flowers. It grows in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum veitchianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum veitchianum has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum veitchianum is an epiphytic orchid that grows best in a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into small clumps and planted in a well-draining soil. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum veitchianum

Bulbophyllum veitchianum can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum veitchianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum veitchianum?

Bulbophyllum veitchianum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum veitchianum?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum veitchianum?

Tropical rainforests

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-462414: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.