Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
savaiense
ID:
613605

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9: 106 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612937



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum savaiense
  • Savai Bulbophyllum
  • Savai Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pelma savaiense (Schltr.) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum savaiense (also called Savai's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Madagascar. It has small, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum savaiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum savaiense sub. gorumense (Schltr.) J.J.Verm.
Bulbophyllum savaiense sub. savaiense
Bulbophyllum savaiense sub. subcubicum (J.J.Sm.) J.J.Verm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum savaiense has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum savaiense is an epiphytic orchid that grows best in partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought and salt spray. Propagation is by division of the pseudobulbs in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum savaiense

Bulbophyllum savaiense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum savaiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum savaiense?

Bulbophyllum savaiense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum savaiense?

Savai'i Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum savaiense?

Tropical and subtropical 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-27291: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.