Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chanii
ID:
472590

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm. & A.L.Lamb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 2: 177 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471922



Common Names

  • Chani's Bulbophyllum
  • Chani's Orchid
  • Chani's Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum chanii (also called Chani's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a small, epiphytic shrub with white flowers and is native to Ecuador. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations between 600 and 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum chanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum chanii are white, with a yellow center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small and green, with long, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum chanii is a species of orchid native to India and Sri Lanka. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing on trees in moist, shady forests. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the rhizome should be divided into sections with at least two pseudobulbs each. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a medium of fine bark and perlite. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are large enough to be transplanted.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum chanii

Bulbophyllum chanii can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum chanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum chanii?

Bulbophyllum chanii

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum chanii?

Mountain slopes and meadows

What is the flowering period of Bulbophyllum chanii?

Late spring to early 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25444: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Lamb (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Lamb' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.