Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 19: 10 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649391
Common Names
- Versteeg's Haworthia
- Versteeg's Star Window Plant
- Versteeg's Zebra Plant
Synonyms
- Bulbophyllum iboense Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum versteegii (also called Versteeg's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum versteegii is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum versteegii is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped drupe. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum versteegii is a slow-growing, evergreen epiphyte that can reach up to 20 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is by division. Divide the plant into sections, making sure each section has at least one healthy root. Plant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist until established.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum versteegii
Bulbophyllum versteegii is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. It is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Bulbophyllum versteegii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum versteegii?
Bulbophyllum versteegii
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum versteegii?
Bulbophyllum versteegii is an orchid species.
Where is Bulbophyllum versteegii found?
Bulbophyllum versteegii is found in the Philippines.
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,