Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
andersonii
ID:
455664

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 8: 22 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454996



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum andersonii
  • Bulbophyllum-andersonii
  • Bulbophyllum Andersonii


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis andersonii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum henryi J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum andersonii Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum henryi Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum rivesii Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum andersonii (also called Anderson's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in forests, woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum andersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum andersonii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single stem with two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum andersonii is a small evergreen perennial that can grow up to 0.5 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist growing medium.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum andersonii

Bulbophyllum andersonii is native to tropical areas in Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum andersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum andersonii?

Bulbophyllum andersonii

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum andersonii?

Tropical rainforest

What is the flowering season of Bulbophyllum andersonii?

Spring and summer

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