Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sarasinorum
ID:
612372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 21: 189 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611704



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum sarasinorum
  • Sarasin's Bulbophyllum
  • Sarasin's Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum sarasinorum (also called Sarasin's bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It grows in disturbed areas, open forests, and pastures. It has a single stem with alternate, simple leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum sarasinorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum sarasinorum has small yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sarasinorum is an epiphytic orchid that is propagated by division of the rhizome. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sarasinorum

Bulbophyllum sarasinorum can be found in Thailand.

Bulbophyllum sarasinorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum sarasinorum?

Bulbophyllum sarasinorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum sarasinorum?

Sarasin's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum sarasinorum?

Tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

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-27277: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.