Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sibuyanense
ID:
621501

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 5: 1587 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620833



Common Names

  • Sibuyan Bulbophyllum
  • Sibuyan Orchid
  • Sibuyan Flower


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Synonyms

  • Cirrhopetalum sibuyanense (Ames) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum sibuyanense (also called Sibuyan Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Philippines. It is a small, creeping plant that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It has thin, wiry stems and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests in the Philippines.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum sibuyanense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum sibuyanense has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sibuyanense is a tropical epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or tissue culture. It prefers bright indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sibuyanense

Bulbophyllum sibuyanense is native to the Philippines and can be found in nurseries that specialize in orchids.

Bulbophyllum sibuyanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum sibuyanense?

Bulbophyllum sibuyanense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum sibuyanense?

Sibuyan Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum sibuyanense?

Tropical rainforests

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-27371: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.