Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sambiranense
ID:
610790

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jum. & H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Ann. Fac. Sci. Marseille 21: 214 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610122



Common Names

  • Sambiranense Bulbophyllum
  • Sambiranense Orchid
  • Sambiranense Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum compressum Frapp. ex Cordem. [illegitimate]
  • Bulbophyllum frappieri Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum sambiranense latibracteatum H.Perrier ex Hermans [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum sambiranense ankeranense H.Perrier [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum sambiranense (also called Sambirano Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen epiphyte with fragrant white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and is found in rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum sambiranense is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and fragrant flowers, making it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, such as fever, cough, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum sambiranense has a yellow flower with 3 petals and 3 sepals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have a single leaf with a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sambiranense is a deciduous, woody-stemmed climber that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6 inches long. They should be planted in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sambiranense

Bulbophyllum sambiranense can be found in Madagascar.

Bulbophyllum sambiranense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum sambiranense?

Bulbophyllum sambiranense

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum sambiranense?

Sambirano Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum sambiranense?

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-27262: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Henri Lucien Jumelle (1866-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jum.' in the authors string.