Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
jainii
ID:
1327425

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hynn. & Malhotra) J.J.Verm., Schuit. & de Vogel

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 166: 104 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339879

Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum jainii
  • Jain Bulbophyllum
  • Jain's Bulbophyllum

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Description

Bulbophyllum jainii (also called Jainii Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen, epiphytic orchid that grows up to 25 cm tall. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations of 500-1000 m. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are yellow-green.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum jainii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum jainii has small, yellowish-green flowers with a purple lip. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum jainii is a species of orchid. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants. It is native to India. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers warm temperatures and high humidity. It should be grown in a potting mix that is well-draining and contains organic matter. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum jainii

Bulbophyllum jainii is found in India.

Bulbophyllum jainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum jainii?

Bulbophyllum jainii

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum jainii?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum jainii?

Tropical forests in India

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

T.M. Hynniewta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hynn.' in the authors string.
C.L. Malhotra (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malhotra' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.