Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
schinzianum
ID:
615562

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl. ex De Wild. & T.Durand

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 38: 57 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614894



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum schinzianum
  • African Orchid
  • African Leopard Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum schinzianum (also called Schinz's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small, white to lavender flowers with a yellow center. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in a variety of habitats, including open woods, meadows, and grassy slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum schinzianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bulbophyllum schinzianum var. irigaleae (P.J.Cribb & Pérez-Vera) J.J.Verm.
Bulbophyllum schinzianum var. phaeopogon (Schltr.) J.J.Verm.
Bulbophyllum schinzianum var. schinzianum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum schinzianum is a small, white or pinkish-white, two-lipped bloom with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum schinzianum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum schinzianum

Bulbophyllum schinzianum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa and the Americas.

Bulbophyllum schinzianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum schinzianum?

Bulbophyllum schinzianum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum schinzianum?

Schinz's bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum schinzianum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-27311: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.