Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sanitii
ID:
611938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Bot. Tidsskr. 65: 345 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611270



Common Names

  • Sanit's Bulbophyllum
  • Sanit's Orchid
  • Sanit's Beehive Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Tripudianthes sanitii (Seidenf.) Szlach. & Kras [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum sanitii (also called Sanit's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. It has white and purple flowers and grows in moist, shady areas. It is typically found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum sanitii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in the production of essential oils, perfumes, and fragrances.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum sanitii has small yellow flowers with four petals and long stamens. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are thin and light green with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sanitii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to start the seeds indoors in late winter or early spring and then transplant them outdoors once the danger of frost has passed. Division can be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sanitii

Bulbophyllum sanitii can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, as well as parts of the Caribbean.

Bulbophyllum sanitii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum sanitii?

Bulbophyllum sanitii

What is the family of Bulbophyllum sanitii?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum sanitii?

Sanitii Bulbophyllum

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-27273: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.