Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
schimperianum
ID:
615455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 33: 71 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614787



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum schimperianum
  • Schimper's Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum schimperianum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum acutisepalum De Wild. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum xanthoglossum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum schimperianum (also called Schimper's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane rainforests. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a spike of yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum schimperianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin ailments and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum schimperianum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum schimperianum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. It is also sensitive to frost.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum schimperianum

Bulbophyllum schimperianum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.

Bulbophyllum schimperianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum schimperianum?

Bulbophyllum schimperianum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum schimperianum?

An epiphytic orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum schimperianum found?

Africa

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,

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