Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mayrii
ID:
552118

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 66: 205 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551450



Common Names

  • Mayr's Bulbophyllum
  • Mayr's Orchid
  • Mayr's Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum mayrii (also called Mayr's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum mayrii is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum mayrii is a small, yellowish-white umbel with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum mayrii is a perennial plant that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum mayrii

Bulbophyllum mayrii is native to tropical Asia.

Bulbophyllum mayrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum mayrii?

Bulbophyllum mayrii

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum mayrii?

Bulbophyllum mayrii is a species of orchid.

Where is Bulbophyllum mayrii native to?

Bulbophyllum mayrii is native to 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,

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