Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cheiri
ID:
472819

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 30: t. 44 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472151



Common Names

  • Cheiri Bulbophyllum
  • Cheiri Daisy
  • Cheiri Daisy Plant


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis cheiri Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sarcopodium cheiri Lindl. & Paxton [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis cheiri (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis megalantha (Griff.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum cheiri (also called 'Cheir's Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin, leathery leaf. It is found in humid forests, often growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cheiri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum cheiri sub. subuliferum (Schltr.) J.J.Verm., P.O'Byrne & A.L.Lamb
Bulbophyllum cheiri sub. cheiri

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum cheiri are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cheiri is an epiphytic orchid that is best grown in a well-drained potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept evenly moist. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizome. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cheiri

Bulbophyllum cheiri is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape.

Bulbophyllum cheiri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum cheiri?

Bulbophyllum cheiri

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum cheiri?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in South America.

What is the blooming season of Bulbophyllum cheiri?

It 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25448: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.