Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ericssonii
ID:
493403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 14: 522 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492735



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Ericssonii
  • Ericssonii Orchid
  • Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum binnendijkii J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum virescens J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum leopardinum Teijsm. & Binn. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum ericssonii (also called Ericsson's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist forests. It has long, thin leaves that are up to 40 cm long and 2 cm wide. The flowers are small and white and are up to 1 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ericssonii is an ornamental plant, often used in rockeries and native gardens. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin irritations, reducing inflammation, and promoting wound healing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum ericssonii has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ericssonii is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-drained potting mix and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ericssonii

Bulbophyllum ericssonii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum ericssonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum ericssonii?

Bulbophyllum ericssonii

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum ericssonii?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum ericssonii found?

Australia

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,