Bulbophyllum sandersonii
- Bulbophyllum sandersonii by Lourens Grobler
Description
Slender to fairly robust epiphyte or lithophyte, with long rhizomes 2-3mm in diameter between pseudobulbs Pseudobulbs ovoid to narrowly conical, 30-50mm apart. Two leaves per pseudobulb, leathery to almost fleshy, strap-shaped to elliptic-oblong. Inflorescence lateral, erect about 100-150mm tall. Flowers borne in two rows, dull violet or green with purplish dots.
Distribution in South Africa
Grows from the northern part of the Eastern Cape, through KwaZulu Natal, into Mpumulanga and into Limpopo.
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Typical habitat
Occasional, but often forms large colonies in montane or temperate forests, from 800-1600m.
Flowering Period
This species typically flowers between October to December.
Distribution elsewhere in Africa
Subspecies sandersonii, also found in our region, is widespread in Africa.
Conservation Status
Not endangered. Click on the distribution map to see the latest conservation status also refer to Provincial Species List on this site for Provincial Red and Orange listing and SANBI Orchid red list.
All orchids are protected under CITES regulations.
References and additional information
Johnson, S.D., Bytebier, B., Stärker, H. (2010). Orchids of South Africa: A field guide. Struik Nature, Cape Town, South Africa.
La Croix, I.F., la Croix, E. (1997). African Orchids in the Wild and in Cultivation. Timber Press, Portland, Oregon, USA.
This genus and species article was written by Duncan McFarlane and published 2019-05-03.
Proof read and released by Karsten Wodrich.
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- Bulbophyllum sandersonii by Lourens Grobler
- Bulbophyllum sandersonii by Lourens Grobler
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