Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
burfordiense
ID:
622395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay, Hamer & Siegerist

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 11: 224 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621727



Common Names

  • Burford's Bulbophyllum
  • Burford's Orchid
  • Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Synonyms

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

Description

Bulbophyllum burfordiense (also called Burford's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small epiphytic or lithophytic herb, growing up to 10 cm tall. It is native to India, where it is found in the Western Ghats. It is found growing on trees or rocks in evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum burfordiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum burfordiense is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum burfordiense is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum burfordiense

Bulbophyllum burfordiense is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in many parts of Europe, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Bulbophyllum burfordiense FAQ

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum burfordiense?

Bulbophyllum burfordiense is an orchid species.

Where is Bulbophyllum burfordiense found?

Bulbophyllum burfordiense is found in Australia.

What is the blooming period of Bulbophyllum burfordiense?

Bulbophyllum burfordiense blooms in the spring and summer months.

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

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:993612-1: Based on the initial data import