Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bandischii
ID:
461684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay, Hamer & Siegerist

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 43: 262 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461016



Common Names

  • Bandisch's Bulbophyllum
  • Bandisch's Orchid
  • Bandisch's Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hyalosema bandischii (Garay, Hamer & Siegerist) Rysy [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum bandischii (also called 'Bandisch's Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It typically grows on trees in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum bandischii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. Its flowers are also used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum bandischii is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum bandischii is a low-growing, perennial plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in pots in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum bandischii

Bulbophyllum bandischii is native to tropical Asia.

Bulbophyllum bandischii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum bandischii?

Bulbophyllum bandischii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum bandischii?

Bandisch's Bulbophyllum

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum bandischii?

Tropical rainforests

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-25240: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Fritz Hamer (1912-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamer' in the authors string.
Emly Steffan Siegerist (1925-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siegerist' in the authors string.