Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
suavissimum
ID:
628507

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 5: 297 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627839



Common Names

  • Sweet Bulbophyllum
  • Suave Bulbophyllum
  • Suavissimum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum suavissimum (also called Sweet Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It grows to a height of up to 25 centimeters and has long, thin leaves. It produces small yellow flowers with a sweet scent.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum suavissimum is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum suavissimum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum suavissimum can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by division. The plant should be divided in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The divisions should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum suavissimum

Bulbophyllum suavissimum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangxi, Guizhou, and Yunnan.

Bulbophyllum suavissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum suavissimum?

Bulbophyllum suavissimum

Where does Bulbophyllum suavissimum grow?

Bulbophyllum suavissimum is native to the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum suavissimum?

Bulbophyllum suavissimum grows in 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,

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