Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sandersonii
ID:
611103

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Flora 61: 78 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610435



Common Names

  • Sanderson's Bulbophyllum
  • Sanderson's Orchid
  • Sanderson's Bearded Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Megaclinium melleri Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Megaclinium sandersonii Oliv. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum pusillum De Wild. [illegitimate]

Description

Bulbophyllum sandersonii (also called Sanderson's 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 sandersonii is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum sandersonii sub. sandersonii
Bulbophyllum sandersonii sub. stenopetalum (Kraenzl.) J.J.Verm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum sandersonii are yellow, with three petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sandersonii is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation can be done by division or tissue culture.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sandersonii

Bulbophyllum sandersonii is native to India.

Bulbophyllum sandersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum sandersonii?

Bulbophyllum sandersonii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum sandersonii?

Sanderson's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum sandersonii?

Tropical 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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