Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
salmoneum
ID:
1321218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & J.J.Verm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 57: 128 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333672



Common Names

  • Salmoneum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Salmoneum
  • Bulbophyllum salmoneum


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Description

Bulbophyllum salmoneum (also called the Salmon Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen epiphytic orchid with yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves native to eastern Asia. It is found in forests, woodlands, and other shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum salmoneum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum salmoneum has small, yellow flowers with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum salmoneum is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum salmoneum

Bulbophyllum salmoneum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum salmoneum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum salmoneum?

Bulbophyllum salmoneum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum salmoneum?

Salmon Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum salmoneum?

Tropical and subtropical wetlands

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

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.