Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
simile
ID:
622574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 858 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621906



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Simile
  • Similar Bulbophyllum
  • Native Fuchsia


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum erythrochilum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pelma simile (Schltr.) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum simile (also called similar bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in humid, shaded areas such as rainforests and mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum simile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in bonsai and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum simile are yellow in colour and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum simile is an orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid location. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Carefully separate the rhizomes and replant in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the plant in a warm, humid location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum simile

Bulbophyllum simile is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum simile FAQ

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Orchidaceae

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Similar Bulbophyllum

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-27383: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.