Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
reichenbachianum
ID:
600416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 17: 49 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599748



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum
  • Reichenbachianum Orchid
  • Garden Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum mannii Rchb.f. [illegitimate]
  • Bulbophyllum setiferum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum mannii Mukerjee [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum setiferum Rolfe [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis mannii (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum (also called Reichenbach's bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in humid, shady areas and has thin, wiry stems with small, narrow leaves. It produces small, white flowers in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum are small, yellow and have a star-shaped form. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum

Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum?

Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum?

Reichenbach's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum reichenbachianum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland 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,

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