Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brachychilum
ID:
466702

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 770 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466034

Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum brachychilum
  • Short-lipped Bulbophyllum
  • Short-lipped Bulbophyllum Fern

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Description

Bulbophyllum brachychilum (also called Short-lipped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter tall, with oblong leaves that are up to 8 centimeters long. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is typically found in wet forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum brachychilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum brachychilum is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum brachychilum is a tropical orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept moist. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum brachychilum

Bulbophyllum brachychilum can be found in the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum brachychilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum brachychilum?

Bulbophyllum brachychilum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum brachychilum?

Short-lipped Bulbophyllum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum brachychilum?

Orchid

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-25320: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.