Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macphersonii
ID:
544487

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rupp

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 51: 81 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543819



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum macphersonii
  • MacPherson's Bulbophyllum
  • MacPherson Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Osyricera purpurascens Fitzg. [unknown]
  • Blepharochilum macphersonii M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum purpurascens F.M.Bailey [illegitimate]
  • Diphyes purpurascens Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum macphersonii (also called Macpherson's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum macphersonii is an evergreen, perennial plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive, glossy foliage and produces small, white flowers. It is also used as a houseplant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum macphersonii var. macphersonii
Bulbophyllum macphersonii var. spathulatum Dockrill & St.Cloud

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum macphersonii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, bulbous-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum macphersonii is a tropical evergreen epiphyte that grows to a height of 2-3 feet. It prefers partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum macphersonii

Bulbophyllum macphersonii can be found in tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Bulbophyllum macphersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum macphersonii?

Bulbophyllum macphersonii

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum macphersonii?

Macpherson's bulbophyllum

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum macphersonii?

It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in shady places at elevations of 800-3000 m in 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-26475: Based on the initial data import
Herman Rupp (1872-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupp' in the authors string.