Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm. & P.O'Byrne
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Bulbophyllum Sulawesi : 95 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333934
Common Names
- Efferat Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum efferatum
- Efferat Bulbophyllum
Description
Bulbophyllum efferatum (also called 'Giant Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, fleshy, oblong pseudobulb. The leaves are long and narrow, and the inflorescence is a single, erect flower with a white lip and yellow sepals and petals.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum efferatum is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum efferatum has small, yellow flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and yellow.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum efferatum can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum efferatum
Bulbophyllum efferatum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Bulbophyllum efferatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum efferatum?
Bulbophyllum efferatum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum efferatum?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What is the flowering period of Bulbophyllum efferatum?
Spring and 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,