Status:
valid
Authors:
Fraga
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 40 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342004
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum boudetianum
- Boudetianum Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum boudetianum (also called Boudet's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It grows in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas, from sea level to elevations of 2,000 m (6,600 ft).
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum boudetianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make perfumes, medicines, and dyes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum boudetianum has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. The flowers are borne on a thin, wiry stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum boudetianum is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few months.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum boudetianum
Bulbophyllum boudetianum is native to tropical forests of Central and South America.
Bulbophyllum boudetianum FAQ
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum boudetianum?
Bulbophyllum boudetianum is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family.
Where does Bulbophyllum boudetianum grow?
Bulbophyllum boudetianum is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.
What is the average size of Bulbophyllum boudetianum?
Bulbophyllum boudetianum typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.
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,