Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sarcophylloides
ID:
612613

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay, Hamer & Siegerist

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 14: 620 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611945



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides
  • Sarcophyllum Orchid
  • Sarcophylloid Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum sarcophyllum minor King & Pantl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides (also called Sarcophyllum-like Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in moist, wooded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make yellow dye. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-diabetic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides is small and yellow in colour. The seed is small, round and black in colour. The seedlings are small and green with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides is an epiphytic orchid native to Thailand. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides

Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides?

Sarcophylloid Bulbophyllum

What is the scientific name of Sarcophylloid Bulbophyllum?

Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides

What is the native range of Bulbophyllum sarcophylloides?

South America

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-27281: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Fritz Hamer (1912-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamer' in the authors string.
Emly Steffan Siegerist (1925-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siegerist' in the authors string.