Taxon

Bulbophyllum vaginatum

Bulbophyllum vaginatum - The Vagina Bulbophyllum
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Common name: The Vagina Bulbophyllum
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Distribution: Peninsular Thailand to W Malesia
Habitat: Mangroves, lowland, peat-swamp forests; 0-600m
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom characteristics: Arching inflorescence is 4" long with 12-15 flowers. Flowers are 2" across.
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): February to November; peaks in September
Medicinal/pharmaceutical: In Malacca, Malaysia, juice from the roasted fruit of this orchid was used to cure ear aches.
Description: This miniature orchid takes its name from its sheath-like bracts. It looks lovely growing in mats, and has pale yellow flowers that bloom in clusters which look like fireworks.
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families • Monaco Nature Encyclopedia

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