Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
omerandrum
ID:
571219

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 4: 50 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570551



Common Names

  • Omerandrum Bulbophyllum
  • Omerandrum Orchid
  • Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum omerandrum (Hayata) Hayata [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum omerandrum (also called Omerander's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Bulbophyllum. It is found in tropical Africa, with its native regions including Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, usually in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum omerandrum is used as a timber tree for furniture, construction, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum omerandrum is a small, white flower with a long, slender corolla tube. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum omerandrum is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows in tropical rainforests. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 5 cm tall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum omerandrum

Bulbophyllum omerandrum is native to India.

Bulbophyllum omerandrum FAQ

What are the common uses of Bulbophyllum omerandrum?

Bulbophyllum omerandrum is commonly used for ornamental purposes.

What is the growth rate of Bulbophyllum omerandrum?

The growth rate of Bulbophyllum omerandrum is slow to medium.

What is the average height of Bulbophyllum omerandrum?

The average height of Bulbophyllum omerandrum is between 10-20 centimeters.

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-26816: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.