Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sarcophyllum
ID:
612685

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 8: 27 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612017



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum
  • Sarcophyllum Orchid
  • Sarcophylloid Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum panigrahianum S.Misra [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum panigrahianum (S.Misra) S.Misra [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum sarcophyllum King & Pantl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum cherrapunjeense Barbhuiya & D.Verma [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum (also called Sarcophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with yellow-green flowers that grows in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum has small, yellowish-green flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum

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

Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum?

Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum?

Sarco-leaved Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum sarcophyllum?

Tropical 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,

References