Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ambrosia
ID:
454814

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4: 247 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454146



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Ambrosia
  • Fairy Orchid
  • Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Eria ambrosia Hance [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum ambrosia (also called Ambrosia Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Madagascar. It has a single, leathery leaf and a single, fragrant flower. It grows in humid, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ambrosia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum ambrosia sub. ambrosia
Bulbophyllum ambrosia sub. nepalensis J.J.Wood

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum ambrosia has small, yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ambrosia is a tropical epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers a well-draining potting mix, such as a mixture of bark, perlite, and sphagnum moss. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. The seeds are very small and require a sterile environment to germinate.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ambrosia

Bulbophyllum ambrosia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum ambrosia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum ambrosia?

Bulbophyllum ambrosia

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum ambrosia?

Ambrosia Bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum ambrosia?

Orchidaceae

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-25128: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.