Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
khasyanum
ID:
524206

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griff.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Not. Pl. Asiat. 3: 284 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523538



Common Names

  • Khasyan Orchid
  • Himalayan Orchid
  • Khasyan Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis conchifera Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum bowringianum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum conchiferum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum cylindraceum khasyanum (Griff.) Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum gibsonii Lindl. ex Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis conchifera (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum khasyanum (also called Khasyan Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to the Himalayas. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and yellow, pink, or purple flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum khasyanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum khasyanum is yellow and tubular with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum khasyanum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum khasyanum

Bulbophyllum khasyanum is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.

Bulbophyllum khasyanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum khasyanum?

Bulbophyllum khasyanum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum khasyanum?

Ginger lily

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum khasyanum?

It is native to the Himalayas

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-26258: Based on the initial data import
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.