Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
violaceolabellum
ID:
651317

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 1: 210 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650649



Common Names

  • Violet-bell Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Violaceolabellum
  • Violaceolabellum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum (also called Violet-lipped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a fleshy stem, and its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum is a small, purple, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum can be propagated by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum

Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum?

Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum violaceolabellum?

Brazil

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-27715: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.