Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
meristorhachis
ID:
553823

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay & Dunst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 6: 72 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553155



Common Names

  • Meristorhachis Bulbophyllum
  • Meristorhachis Orchid
  • Meristorhachis Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum meristorhachis (also called 'Cobra Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is a small epiphytic orchid with long, thin, pendulous stems and small, fragrant flowers. The plant grows in humid, shady forests, often in the crotches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum meristorhachis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue, improve immunity, and promote wound healing. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum meristorhachis has small, white flowers, with a seed pod that contains small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum meristorhachis can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum meristorhachis

Bulbophyllum meristorhachis can be found in tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Ethiopia.

Bulbophyllum meristorhachis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum meristorhachis?

Bulbophyllum meristorhachis

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum meristorhachis?

Meristorhachis

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum meristorhachis?

Tropical rainforests

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-26578: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.