New Record and Amended Description of Bulbophyllum Placochilum (Orchidaceae) with a Key to Bulbophyllum Sect. Alticeptrum of the Philippines

Authors

• Adriane B. Tobias, ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY
• K. E. Boco, ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY
• J. P. Collantes, ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY
• J. C. Altomonte, ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2025

Abstract

Bulbophyllum placochilum J.J.Verm., endemic to Borneo, is newly recorded in the Philippines based on a specimen collected from Mt Malinao, Albay Province, Luzon Island. We provide a comprehensive account of the species, including a detailed morphological description, ecological observations, distribution range, phenology, and photographs. The species is assessed as Vulnerable under the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria. A key to species of Bulbophyllum sect. Altisceptrum J.J.Sm. in the Philippines is also included.

Recommended Citation

Boco, K. E., Collantes, J. P., Tobias, A. B., Altomonte, J. C., & Bustamante, R. A. (2025). New Record and Amended Description of Bulbophyllum Placochilum (Orchidaceae) with a Key to Bulbophyllum Sect. Alticeptrum of the Philippines. Gardens' Bulletin Singapore, 77(2), 235-247. https://archium.ateneo.edu/