Bulbophyllum serripetalum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serripetalum
ID:
620026
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 134 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619358
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Serripetalum
- Fringed Orchid
- Fringed Bulbophyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum serripetalum (also called Saw-Petal Orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It prefers humid, well-ventilated environments and is frost sensitive.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum serripetalum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and floral arrangements. It has a pleasant fragrance and is known for its attractive white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum serripetalum are white and bell-shaped, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum serripetalum is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It is easy to propagate from division and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree. It prefers partial shade and needs well-draining soil. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum serripetalum
Bulbophyllum serripetalum is found in tropical Asia, the Pacific Islands, and northern Australia.
Bulbophyllum serripetalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum serripetalum?
Bulbophyllum serripetalum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum serripetalum?
Fringed Orchid
Where does Bulbophyllum serripetalum grow?
It is native to New Guinea
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-27355: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.