Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
masoalanum
ID:
550886

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 34(2): 328 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550218



Common Names

  • Masoalanum Bulbophyllum
  • Masoalanum Orchid
  • Masoalanum Spider Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum masoalanum (also called Masoala bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Madagascar. It has a creeping rhizome and long-lived leaves. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum masoalanum has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, as well as for its ornamental value. It can also be used as a ground cover and to provide shade in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum masoalanum has small yellow flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum masoalanum is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum masoalanum

Bulbophyllum masoalanum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Bulbophyllum masoalanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum masoalanum?

Bulbophyllum masoalanum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum masoalanum?

Masoala Bulbophyllum

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum masoalanum?

It is found in humid tropical forests of Madagascar

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-26537: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.