Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
burttii
ID:
468995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 144 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468327



Common Names

  • Burtt's Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum burttii
  • Burtt's Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum burttii (also called Burtt's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a single, thin, leathery leaf and produces a single, fragrant, white flower with a yellow lip. It grows in shady, moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum burttii is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mariscus grabowskianus is a white, yellow or purple corolla with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum burttii is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows best in partial shade and in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a partially shaded location. Division should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum burttii

Bulbophyllum burttii is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Bulbophyllum burttii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mariscus grabowskianus?

Mariscus grabowskianus

What is the common name of Mariscus grabowskianus?

Grabowskian Mariscus

What is the natural habitat of Mariscus grabowskianus?

Mariscus grabowskianus is found in wetland areas, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs

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,

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