Status:
valid
Authors:
Kraenzl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 7: 437 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502405
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum gerlandianum
- Gerlandianum Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum
Synonyms
- Bulbophyllum emiliorum Ames & Quisumb. [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum macranthum albescens J.J.Sm. [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum truncicola Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum gerlandianum (also called Gerlandian Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in the south-east of Australia. It has a single, long, thin, green leaf and a single, white, fragrant flower. It is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum gerlandianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum gerlandianum are white in color and have a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum gerlandianum is a tropical plant that prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum gerlandianum
Bulbophyllum gerlandianum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Myanmar.
Bulbophyllum gerlandianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum gerlandianum?
Bulbophyllum gerlandianum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum gerlandianum?
Gerland's bulbophyllum
What is the family of Bulbophyllum gerlandianum?
Orchidaceae
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,