Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
smithianum
ID:
624001

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 104: 51 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623333



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum smithianum
  • Smithianum Bulbophyllum
  • Smithianum Cottonwood


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum angustifolium nanum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum demissum Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum smithianum (also called Smith's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 4 inches tall and 5 inches in diameter. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in humid forests and on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum smithianum is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers can be used to make tea. It is also used medicinally to treat coughs, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum smithianum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum smithianum is a slow-growing epiphytic orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum smithianum

Bulbophyllum smithianum is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum smithianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum smithianum?

Bulbophyllum smithianum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum smithianum?

Smith's bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum smithianum?

Orchidaceae

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-27397: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.