Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
perii
ID:
583802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 8: 123 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583134



Common Names

  • Perii Bulbophyllum
  • Perii Orchid
  • Perii Bulb


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum proencai Leite [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum perii (also called Perii Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to India and grows in moist forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum perii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and sore throats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum perii is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum perii is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It is best grown in bright, indirect light and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum perii

Bulbophyllum perii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Bulbophyllum perii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum perii?

Bulbophyllum perii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum perii?

Peri's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum perii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-26954: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.