Status:
valid
Authors:
(W.W.Sm.) Seidenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 29: 212 (1973 publ. 1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000495003
Common Names
- Farrer's Bulbophyllum
- Farrer Bulbophyllum
- Farrer's Mountain Bulbophyllum
Synonyms
- Cirrhopetalum farreri W.W.Sm. [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum malipoense Z.J.Liu, S.C.Chen & S.P.Lei [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum malipoense Z.J.Liu, L.J.Chen & W.H.Rao [deprecated]
Description
Bulbophyllum farreri (also called Farrer's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum farreri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to control erosion on slopes and in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small yellow flowers with five petals. Seed: Tiny black seeds. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum farreri is a perennial, evergreen plant with a rosette of leaves. It is propagated by division of the clumps or by seeds. It requires a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-drained, light soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month. The plant should be protected from direct sunlight and should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum farreri
Bulbophyllum farreri can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Bulbophyllum farreri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum farreri?
Bulbophyllum farreri
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum farreri?
Farreri Bulbophyllum
Where is Bulbophyllum farreri found?
Southeast Asia
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,