Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
warianum
ID:
653797

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 726 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653129



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum warianum
  • Warianum Bulbophyllum
  • Warianum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus warianus (Schltr.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum warianum (also called Warian Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and long, thin leaves, with small, fragrant yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum warianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum warianum is white in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled drupe. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum warianum is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained medium. The divisions should be kept moist and in a warm, shaded position until they have rooted.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum warianum

Bulbophyllum warianum is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Bulbophyllum warianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum warianum?

Bulbophyllum warianum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum warianum?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum warianum native to?

Southeast Asia

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-27740: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.