Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
serra
ID:
619725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 759 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619057



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum serra
  • Serra's Bulbophyllum
  • Serra's Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum serra (also called 'Serra Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a succulent plant with a rosette of leaves, native to South Africa. It is found in rocky areas and dry river beds.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum serra is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and succulent collections. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum serra has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum serra is a small, perennial succulent with a compact, globose body. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or from offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Offsets can be removed from the mother plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered sparingly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum serra

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

Bulbophyllum serra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum serra?

Bulbophyllum serra

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum serra?

Serra Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum serra?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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-27352: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.