Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dolabriforme
ID:
489646

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 263 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488978

Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Dolabriforme
  • Dolabriform Bulbophyllum
  • Dolabriform Orchid

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Description

Bulbophyllum dolabriforme (also called Club-shaped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with a woody base and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum dolabriforme is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat coughs, colds, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used to treat fever, headache, and dizziness. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum dolabriforme is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum dolabriforme is an evergreen epiphyte that grows best in partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division of the root system.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum dolabriforme

Bulbophyllum dolabriforme is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum dolabriforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum dolabriforme?

Bulbophyllum dolabriforme

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Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum dolabriforme?

Dolabriforme Bulbophyllum

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-25735: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.