Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
simmondsii
ID:
622874

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kores

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 5: 146 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000622206



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Simmondsii
  • Simmondsii Bulbophyllum
  • Simmondsii Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum simmondsii (also called Simmonds' Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It grows on trees in humid forests at elevations of 500-1,500 m. It has small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum simmondsii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat pain, inflammation, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum simmondsii has small yellow flowers with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum simmondsii is a hardy perennial that is native to the Himalayas. It grows to a height of about 12 inches and produces white flowers in the spring. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed. The seed should be sown in the fall in a cold frame or in the spring in a cold frame or directly in the garden.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum simmondsii

Bulbophyllum simmondsii can be found in the Himalayas, China, and Japan.

Bulbophyllum simmondsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum simmondsii?

Bulbophyllum simmondsii

What is the family of Bulbophyllum simmondsii?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum simmondsii?

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-27386: Based on the initial data import
Paul J. Kores (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kores' in the authors string.