Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sarcanthiforme
ID:
612476

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 186 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611808



Common Names

  • Cleyera Velutina
  • Xyris Kundelungensis
  • Cleyera Yangchunensis


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Description

Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme (also called Sarcanthiform Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with yellow flowers that grows in the tropical regions of Asia and Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or autumn and pot them up in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright spot and water regularly. Once the roots have developed, the cuttings can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme

Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme?

Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme

Where is Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme found?

It is found in Southeast Asia.

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum sarcanthiforme?

It is an epiphytic orchid.

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,