Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
williamsii
ID:
655226

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.D.Hawkes

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Lloydia 14: 93 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654558



Common Names

  • Williams' Bulbophyllum
  • Williams' Orchid
  • Williams Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum caudatum L.O.Williams [illegitimate]

Description

Bulbophyllum williamsii (also called Williams' Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are ovate and have a velvety texture. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum williamsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum williamsii has small, white flowers with yellow and red stripes. The flowers are borne on a short, thin stalk. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum williamsii can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plant divisions should be planted immediately in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum williamsii

Bulbophyllum williamsii is native to New Guinea.

Bulbophyllum williamsii FAQ

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum williamsii?

It is commonly known as Williams' Bulbophyllum or Williams' Orchid.

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum williamsii?

It is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What is the flower color of Bulbophyllum williamsii?

The flowers of Bulbophyllum williamsii are yellow.

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-27758: Based on the initial data import
Alex Drum Hawkes (1927-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.D.Hawkes' in the authors string.