Orchidaceae

Apostasiaceae

Abdominea J.J.Sm.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 18 May 2024
  1. Abdominea intricata Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 3; ≡ Robiquetia intricata (Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) R.Rice, Photo Intro Asian Bulbophyllum Coelogyne Dendrobium Orchids (2019) 187; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803001 (CAHUP073541, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1600m, 20-Jan-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, South Cotabato (photos). Notes: 1600m. Native.
  2. Abdominea minimiflora (Hook.f.) J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 25 (1917) 98; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 15; ≡ Robiquetia minimiflora (Hook.f.) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 70; ≡ Schoenorchis minimiflora (Hook.f.) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 241; ≡ Gastrochilus minimiflorus (Hook.f.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 661; ≡ Saccolabium minimiflorum Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 59. = Schoenorchis philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 241; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 436. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Cotabato, South Cotabato (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. 500-1000m. Native.

Acampe Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 22 June 2017
  1. Acampe rigida (Buch.-Ham. ex Sm.) P.F.Hunt, Kew Bull. 24 (1970) 98; ≡ Aerides rigida Buch.-Ham. ex Sm., Cycl. 39 (1818) n.12; Type: from Nepal. Distribution: Nepal, Philippines, Taiwan. Native.

Acanthophippium Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 14 July 2025
  1. Acanthophippium mantinianum L.Linden & Cogn., J. Orchidées 7 (1896) 138; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 330; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 20; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 15. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Abra (photos), Albay (photos), Cavite, Kalinga, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal (photos), Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY (photos). Notes: Wet places and shaded spots. 320m (photos) to 500-1500m. DAO category: Other Threatened Species. Native.
  2. Acanthophippium pictum Fukuy., Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 49 (1935) 666; Type: from Taiwan. Distribution: Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. LUZON: Camarines Sur (photos), MINDANAO: Zamboanga del Norte (photos), NEGROS (photos), SAMAR. Notes: 950m (photos). Native.

Possibly present

  1. Acanthophippium javanicum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 354; Holttum, Rev. Fl. Malaya 1 (1954) 148. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, ?Philippines, Sumatra. ?PALAWAN.
  2. Acanthophippium sylhetense Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1831) 177. Distribution: Bangladesh, ?Philippines, Taiwan.

Acriopsis Reinw. ex Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 18 October 2025
  1. Acriopsis floribunda Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 306; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 398; ≡ Acriopsis liliifolia var. floribunda (Ames) Minderh. & de Vogel, Orchid Monogr. 1 (1986) 13; Type: BS 35112 Ramos & Pascasio (AMES, holo; AMES, K, iso). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BUCAS GRANDE, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte. Native.
  2. Acriopsis indica Wight, Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. (Wight) 5 (1851) t.1748; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 398; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 16. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Kalinga, Nueva Ecija, Quezon. Notes: Epiphyte. 0-1000m. Native.
  3. Acriopsis liliifolia (J.Koenig) Ormerod, Opera Bot. 124 (1995) 58; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 16; ≡ Epidendrum liliifolium J.Koenig, Observ. Bot. (Retzius) 6 (1791) 61. Distribution: LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao, Lanao del Sur, Misamis, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: (?-)375-1600m. Native.
    • var. liliifolia; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 27. = Acriopsis javanica Reinw. ex Blume, Cat. Gew. Buitenzorg (1823) 97; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 398; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 21. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao, Lanao del Sur, Misamis, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophythic, frequently in exposed sites. (?-)1600m. Native.

Adenoncos Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 2 January 2020
  1. Adenoncos parviflora Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 350. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. MINDORO (photos). Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  2. Adenoncos virens Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 381. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), NEGROS (photos). Native.

Aerides Lour.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 22 March 2026
  1. Aerides confusa Calarami, Cabactulan & Cootes, Die Orchidee 12 (2026) 31; Type: M. Calaramo s.n. (HNUL0021433, holo), Luzon: Ilocos Norte, 800-1000m, Dec-2025. ≠ Aerides inflexa auct. non Teijsm. & Binn.; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 17. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ilocos Norte, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: 800-1000m. Conservation status: Endangered (Calaramo et al. 2026). Native.
  2. Aerides cootesii Cabactulan, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2019 (2019) 136; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1907002 (CAHUP, holo), cultivated. ≠ Aerides odorata auct. non Lour.; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1925) 420; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 23; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 18. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LINAPACAN, LUZON: NCR (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: P.B. Pelser (26-Sep-19), according to Cabactulan (pers. comm. 25-Sep-19), Aerides odorata does not occur in the Philippines. 300m. Native.
  3. Aerides jannae Cabactulan & Cootes, Die Orchidee 12 (2026) 22; Type: Burbidge s.n. (K000891413, holo). ≠ Aerides × burbidgei auct. non Rchb.f. ex Burb., nom. inval., nom. nud. Distribution: Philippines. BASILAN (photos), SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: 300-500m. Conservation status: Endangered (Cabactulan & Cootes 2026). Native.
  4. Aerides lawrenceae Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 20 (1883) 460; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 420; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 21; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 17. = Aerides lawrenceae forma camposii M.Leon, Cootes & Cabactulan, Orchids Austral. 35 (2023) 21; Type: M.D. De Leon MDD 14 Nov 2019 (PNH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Manolo Fortich, 10-Feb-2023. = Aerides lawrenceae var. amesiana Sander ex Kraenzl., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 10 (1891) 393; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 420. = Aerides lawrenceae forma fortichii (Ames & Quisumb.) M.Wolff & O.Gruss, Orchid. Atlas (2007) 31; ≡ Aerides lawrenceae var. fortichii Ames & Quisumb., PJS 56 (1935) 461; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 17. = Aerides lawrenceae var. punctata Ames & Quisumb., PJS 56 (1935) 462; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 18. = Aerides lawrenceae var. sandersiana (Rchb.f.) Sander ex Kraenzl., Xenia Orchid. 3 (1892) 95; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 18; ≡ Aerides sanderiana Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 22 (1884) 134. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental. Notes: Epiphyte. 0-500m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  5. Aerides leeana Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 15 (1881) 656; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 18; Cabactulan & Cootes, Die Orchidee 12 (2026) 26. = Aerides jarckiana Schltr., Orchis 9 (1915) 53; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 420. = Aerides jarckiana var. smithii Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1933) 457, nom. inval. = Aerides jarckiana forma alba Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 5 (1983) 16; Type: Jarck s.n., Luzon: Lagune von Manila. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CULION, LUZON: Bataan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Cavite, NCR (photos), Quezon, Rizal, SAMAR. Notes: Mistakenly recorded for Sulawesi (Cabactulan & Cootes 2026). Epiphytic. 800m. Conservation status: Vulnerable (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  6. Aerides magnifica Cootes & W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2014 (2014) 126; Type: J. Cootes s.n. (NSW821691), Cult. Australia, 26-May-2014, from Babuyan Isls, Calayan. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CALAYAN. Notes: Epiphyte. Native.
  7. Aerides migueldavidii Cootes, Cabactulan & Naive, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 159; Type: M.D. De Leon 023/2016 (CMUH00010812, holo), Mindanao: Misamis Oriental, ex cult., 25-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental, Zamboanga del Sur (photos). Notes: Wally Suarez (pers. comm., 22-Dec-23) noted that he thinks that Aerides migueldavidii is not distinct enough from Aerides roebelenii Rchb.f., because some specimens of the former can have very large midlobes, but this isn't consistent and some plants are indistinguishable from A. roebelenii. Aerides migueldavidii might therefore need to be considered a synonym of Aerides roebelenii Rchb.f. Epiphyte. 20-320m. Native.
  8. Aerides quinquevulnera Lindl., Sert. Orchid. (1838) t.30; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 421; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 23; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 19. = Aerides quinquevulnera forma farmeri (Boxall ex Náves) M.Wolff & O.Gruss, Orchid. Atlas (2007) 32; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 19; ≡ Aerides farmeri Boxall ex Náves, Fl. Filip., 3rd Ed. 4(Nov. App.) (1880) 239. = Aerides quinquevulnera forma flava (Valmayor & D.Tiu) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 60; ≡ Aerides quinquevulnera var. flava Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 5 (1984) 16; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 24; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 20. = Aerides quinquevulnera var. marginata (Rchb.f.) Stein, Orchid.-Buch (1892) 63; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 422; ≡ Aerides marginata Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 23 (1885) 533. = Aerides quinquevulnera forma punctata (Valmayor & D.Tiu) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 60; ≡ Aerides quinquevulnera var. punctata Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 5 (1984) 16; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 20. = Aerides quinquevulnera forma purpurata (Rchb.f.) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 60; ≡ Aerides quinquevulnera var. purpurata Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 16 (1881) 230; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 422; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 24; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 20. = Aerides quinquevulnera var. schadenbergiana Stein, Orchid.-Buch (1892) 63; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 422. Distribution: New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi. BABUYAN, CALAYAN, LUZON: Abra (photos), Bataan, Benguet, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Mountain Province, Pampanga (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Notes: Throughout Philippines. A common species in and about Rizal at relatively low elevation. Epiphyte. 0-700m (photos) to 2000m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  9. Aerides roebelenii Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 21 (1884) 510. = Aerides ortgiesiana Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 23 (1885) 501, as 'ortgiesianum'. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MASBATE, NEGROS, PANAY, ROMBLON. Notes: P.B. Pelser (10-Jan-20): distribution within the Philippines as per Derek Cabactulan (pers. comm., 10-Jan-20). Native.
  10. Aerides savageana Sand. ex A.H.Kent, Man. Orchid. Pl. 7 (1891) 78; Calaramo et al., Die Orchidee 12 (2026) 35. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, MINDORO (photos). Native.
  11. Aerides turma M.Leon, Cootes, Cabactulan & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2019 (2019) 139; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1907004 (CAHUP, holo), cultivated. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON. Notes: 900m. Native.
    • forma anniversarius M.Leon, Cootes, Cabactulan & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2019 (2019) 141; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1907005 (CAHUP, holo), cultivated. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON. Notes: 900m. Native.
    • forma turma. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON. Native.
  12. Aerides upcmae Motes, M.Leon, Cootes & Cabactulan, OrchideenJ. 2020 (2020) 4; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1912001 (PNH, holo), cultivated from Mindanao: Bukidnon, 1-Dec-2019. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 800-900m. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Aerides augustiana Rolfe, Lindenia 5 (1889) 39; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 420. Distribution: Indonesia, ?Philippines. Notes: “Discovered in the Philippines by Auguste Linden; no specimen seen” Ames in Merrill (1925). See also Calaramo et al. (2026). Native.
  2. Aerides shibatiana Boxall ex Náves, Fl. Filip., 3rd Ed. 4(Nov. App.) (1880) 239. Distribution: Indonesia, ?Philippines. Notes: Included by Ames in the list of excluded names, marked as a nomen nudum, possibly “an error for A. thibautianum Rchb.f. “. See also Calaramo et al. (2026). Native.

Aeridostachya (Hook.f.) Brieger

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Wally Suarez, 15 September 2024
  1. Aeridostachya mearnsii (Leav.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 436; ≡ Pinalia mearnsii (Leav.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 69; ≡ Eria mearnsii Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 216; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 372. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao, Misamis. Notes: Wally Suarez (16-Sep-24): Records point to a certain Mts. Bliss and Lebo in Misamis, Todaya around Mt. Apo, and Agusan del Norte. Unfortunately, some of these names don't appear on maps any more and so are not so easy to pinpoint the current locations of. Native.
  2. Aeridostachya propinqua (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 20; ≡ Pinalia propinqua (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria propinqua Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 105; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 374. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphyte. 600m. Native.
  3. Aeridostachya robusta (Blume) Brieger, Orchideen (Schlechter), 3rd Ed. 1 (1981) 714; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 21; ≡ Pinalia robusta (Blume) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; ≡ Eria robusta (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 69; ≡ Dendrolirium robustum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 347. = Eria whitfordii Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 215; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 376. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand. LEYTE (photos), LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphyte. 1000m. Native.

Aglossorrhyncha Schltr.

Needs name

  1. Aglossorrhyncha sp. Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 207. Distribution: BOHOL. Notes: Insufficiently known, possibly endemic. Not included in Cootes’ 2006 & 2008 orchid checklists. Native.

Agrostophyllum Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 1 April 2024
  1. Agrostophyllum agusanense Ormerod, Taiwania 59 (2014) 331; Type: C.M. Weber 161 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Agusan, Agusan River, near mouth of the Tipgon, 12m, 11-Jul-1911. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan. Notes: 12m. Native.
  2. Agrostophyllum edanoanum Ormerod, Taiwania 59 (2014) 333; Type: G. Edano 2318 BS 78648 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Cagayan, Mt Cagua Volcano, 1150m, 27-Oct-1929. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Cagayan. Notes: 1150m. Native.
  3. Agrostophyllum elmeri Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 48; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 319; Type: Elmer 18047. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna. Native.
  4. Agrostophyllum elongatum (Ridl.) Schuit., Blumea 35 (1990) 165; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 21; ≡ Appendiculopsis elongata (Ridl.) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 120; ≡ Appendicula elongata Ridl., Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 3 (1893) 375; Type: from Peninsular Malaysia. = Agrostophyllum hasseltii (Blume) J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 2 (1903) 55, nom. illeg., non Rchb.f; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 319; ≡ Appendicula hasseltii Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 304. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sulawesi, Sumatra. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Cagayan, Kalinga-Apayao, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Sarangani (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Epiphyte. 0-1000m. Native.
  5. Agrostophyllum emwoodiae Ormerod, Taiwania 59 (2014) 334; Type: C.M. Wenzel 0596 (AMES, holo), Leyte: Jaro, Masaganap, 600m, 13-Oct-1914. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, NEGROS. Notes: 600m. Native.
  6. Agrostophyllum globiceps Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45(Beibl. 104) (1911) 23; Type: from Indonesia. = Agrostophyllum mearnsii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 420; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 320; Type: FB 4607 Mearns & Hutchinson (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Misamis, Mt Bliss, 1735m, May-1906. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon (photos), Davao, Davao del Sur, Misamis Occidental. Notes: 1060-1735m. Native.
  7. Agrostophyllum glumaceum Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 5 (1890) 824; Type: from Malaysia. = Agrostophyllum wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 88; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 320; Type: C.A. Wenzel 212 (AMES, lecto; AMES, isolecto), Leyte: Jaro, Buahaan, 19-Sep-1913. Distribution: Malaysia, Philippines, Sumatra. LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte. Notes: 60-800m. Native.
  8. Agrostophyllum inocephalum (Schauer) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 148; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 319; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 25; ≡ Diploconchium inocephalum Schauer, Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 19(Suppl. 1) (1843) 428. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur. Notes: Erroneously reported for Taiwan (Lin et al. 2016). 500m. Native.
  9. Agrostophyllum leytense Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 298; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 319. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Notes: Forest. 600-700m. Native.
  10. Agrostophyllum loheri Ormerod, Taiwania 59 (2014) 336; Type: A. Loher 2131B (K, holo; K, icono), Luzon: central Luzon, June. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU (photos), LUZON: Isabela (photos), SAMAR. Native.
  11. Agrostophyllum longivaginatum Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 420; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 319; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 22; Type: Weber 345. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Apayao, Cagayan, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDORO, PANAY. Notes: Epiphyte. 30-600m. Native.
  12. Agrostophyllum luzonense Ames & Quisumb., PJS 47 (1932) 197; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 22. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphyte. 600-1500m. Native.
  13. Agrostophyllum malindangense Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 50; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 320; Type: FB 4610 Mearns & Hutchinson. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur, Misamis Occidental. Native.
  14. Agrostophyllum merrillii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 323; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 320; Type: Merrill 5844, Mindoro: Mindoro Oriental (Mt Halcon), forest, 1000m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, MINDORO. Notes: 1000m. Native.
  15. Agrostophyllum mindanense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 88; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 320; ≡ Agrostophyllum pelorioides Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 421, nom. illeg., non Schltr.; Type: Copeland 1119 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: District of Davao, Apr-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, Davao del Sur. Notes: Mountains. 860m. Native.
  16. Agrostophyllum philippinense Ames, PJS 4c (1910) 669; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 320; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 22. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BABUYAN ISLS, CAMIGUIN DE BABUYANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Camarines Sur, Isabela, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphyte. 60-700m. Native.
  17. Agrostophyllum saccatilabium Ames & Quisumb., PJS 49 (1932) 487; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 22; Type: BS 82229 Quisumbing (AMES, holo), Luzon: Benguet, Baguio, from cultivated plant at Mansion House, origin said to be from mountains in the vicinity of Baguio, 6-May-1931. Distribution: Philippines, ?Taiwan. LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, MINDANAO: Davao, Misamis Oriental (photos), South Cotabato (photos), NEGROS. Notes: Present in Taiwan if Agrostophyllum formosanum Rolfe is considered synonymous. Epiphyte. 300-1000m. Native.
  18. Agrostophyllum stipulatum (Griff.) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1913) 279; ≡ Appendiculopsis stipulata (Griff.) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 120; ≡ Appendicula stipulata Griff., Not. Pl. Asiat. 3 (1851) 358. Distribution: Indochina, Malesia, Philippines, Solomon Isls. Native.
    • ssp. stipulatum. Distribution: Indochina, Malesia, Philippines, Solomon Isls. Native.
  19. Agrostophyllum urdanetae Ormerod, Taiwania 59 (2014) 337; Type: Elmer 13852 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Agusan, Cabadbaran (Mt Urdaneta), 12m, Sep-1912. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan. Notes: 12m. Native.
  20. Agrostophyllum vulcanicum Ormerod, Taiwania 59 (2014) 338; Type: M. Ramos & G.E. Edano BS 75715 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Albay, Mayon Volcano, 915m, Sep-1928. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, Benguet. Notes: 915m. Native.

Amesiella Schltr. ex Garay (Endemic)

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 17 December 2023
  1. Amesiella minor Senghas, J. Orchideenfr. 6 (1999) 121; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 23. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte. 1200m. Native.
  2. Amesiella monticola Cootes & D.P.Banks, Orchids Austral. 10 (1998) 26; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 25; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 23. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, ?Benguet, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino (photos). Notes: Fringes of montane forest. 1800-2200m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  3. Amesiella philippinensis (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 160; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 25; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 24; ≡ Angraecum philippinense Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 336; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 432. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, Nueva Ecija (photos), Nueva Vizcaya (photos), MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic. 400-1400m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Endangered. Native.

Ania Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 9 March 2025
  1. Ania elmeri (Ames) A.D.Hawkes ex Senghas, Orchideen (Schlechter), 3rd Ed. 1 (1984) 863; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 24; ≡ Ascotainia elmeri (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 99; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 336; ≡ Tainia elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1570. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra (photos), Benguet, Cagayan, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao. Notes: Terrestrial in forests. 0-1300m. Native.

Anoectochilus Blume

Incertae sedis

  1. Anoectochilus sp. Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 36; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 274. Distribution: LEYTE. Notes: Based on Wenzel 286. Native.

Aphyllorchis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 24 November 2025
  1. Aphyllorchis halconensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 7; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 264; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 25. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial. 300-1000m. Native.
  2. Aphyllorchis montana Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1877) 57; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 25. = Aphyllorchis benguetensis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 49; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 264; Type: from Sri Lanka. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, Nueva Ecija (photos), Pampanga (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao. Notes: Terrestrial. 500 (photos) to 800-1500m. Native.
  3. Aphyllorchis pallida Blume, Tab. Pl. Jav. Orchid. (1825) t. 16; Lindl., Gen. & Sp. Orch. (1840) 536; Blume, Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugd.-Bat. 1 (1849) 30; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 264; Holttum, Rev. Fl. Malaya 1 (1954) 102. Distribution: Borneo, China, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. MINDORO. Notes: Terrestrial in humid forest. 330-930m. Native.

Apostasia Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 27 June 2026
  1. Apostasia nuda R.Br., Pl. Asiat. Rar. 1 (1830) 76; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 28. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial. 0-800m. Native.
  2. Apostasia wallichii R.Br., Pl. Asiat. Rar. 1 (1830) 75; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 252; Holttum, Rev. Fl. Malaya 1 (1954) 65; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 28. Distribution: Australia, Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. BASILAN (photos), DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental (photos), Surigao del Sur (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Notes: Terrestrial. (?-)840m (photos) to 1000m. Native.

Appendicula Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 28 May 2023
  1. Appendicula alba Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 299; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 28; ≡ Podochilus albus (Blume) Schltr., Mém. Herb. Boissier 21 (1900) 36. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. BATANES, LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, Zambales, SABTANG (photos). Notes: Usually terrestrial. 300-1800m. Native.
  2. Appendicula anceps Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 299; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 323; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 29. Distribution: BASILAN, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Zamboanga, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO. Notes: 0-1500m. Native.
    • var. anceps. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. BASILAN, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Zamboanga. Notes: Epiphyte or terrestrial in forests. 0-1500m. Native.
  3. Appendicula buxifolia Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 300; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 324; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 27; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 29; Type: from Java. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Sumatra. LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, Davao Oriental, Lanao del Sur, Misamis, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic, apparently in the mountain regions. 600m. Native.
  4. Appendicula clemensiae (Ames) Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 415; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 324; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 29; ≡ Podochilus clemensiae Ames, PJS 4c (1910) 667. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay (photos), Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Lanao del Sur, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, MINDORO, PANAY (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Usually in the montane zones. 60-1700m. Native.
  5. Appendicula cornuta Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 302; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 324; Type: BS 16573 Ramos. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao, Davao del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Native.
  6. Appendicula crotalina (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1912) 336; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 325; ≡ Podochilus crotalinus Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 667; Type: M.S. Clemens s.n. (AMES, US), Mindanao: Lanao del Sur, Lake Lanao, Camp Keithley, Nov-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, PALAWAN. Notes: P.B. Pelser (11-Jan-21): According to Wally Suarez (pers. comm. 5-Nov-19): plants in photos of this species by Cabactulan and De Leon from Mindanao have been misidentified as Appendicula torta Blume. The epichile of Appendicula torta is broadly triangular with distinct side lobes vs rounded with a broad sinus and obscurely three-lobed. Appendicula torta is not known from the Philippines. Ron Boos (pers. comm. 11-Jan-21) considers Appendicula crotalina and Appendicula torta to be conspecific. If correct, the name Appendicula torta Blume has priority. 0-860m. Native.
  7. Appendicula cuneata Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 44; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 325. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur, Zamboanga, SAMAR. Native.
  8. Appendicula elmeri (Ames) Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 416; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 325; ≡ Podochilus elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1565; Type: Elmer 10718 (AMES, holo; AMES, L, NY, US, iso), Mindanao: Davao, Mt Apo, Todaya. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, Davao del Sur. Notes: Along streams. 400-1300m. Native.
  9. Appendicula fenixii (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1912) 336; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 325; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 30; ≡ Podochilus fenixii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 48; Type: BS 3794 Fenix (AMES, holo), Batanes: Mt Iraya, 8-Jun-1907. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. BATAN, BATANES, CATANDUANES, LUZON: Camarines Sur, Quezon, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphyte or lithophyte, mossy forest. 200-600m. Native.
  10. Appendicula irigensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 5 (1923) 5; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 325; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440; Type: BS 41941C Ramos. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: ?Laguna (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphyte in dense forest. 1000m. Native.
  11. Appendicula laxifolia J.J.Sm., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 65 (1933) 480; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 30; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 27. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 700m to 900m (photos). Native.
  12. Appendicula leytensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 47; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 325. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic in forests. 500m. Native.
  13. Appendicula lucbanensis (Ames) Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 415; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 326; ≡ Podochilus lucbanensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1566; Type: Elmer 8068 (AMES, holo; F, MO, NY, iso), Luzon: Tayabas, Lucban, May-1907. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Abra, Apayao, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Apparently restricted to mountain regions. Native.
  14. Appendicula luzonensis (Ames) Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 415; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 326; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 30; ≡ Podochilus luzonensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1567; Type: Elmer 7930. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Epiphyte. 800m. Native.
  15. Appendicula malindangensis (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1912) 337; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 326; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 31; ≡ Podochilus malindangensis Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 49; Type: FB 4733 Mearns & Hutchinson, Mindanao: Misamis, Mt Malindang, 25-May-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur (photos), Misamis Occidental, Sarangani (photos), NEGROS. Notes: Mountainous regions. (?-)1200m (photos) to 1600-1700m. Native.
  16. Appendicula maquilingensis Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 417; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 326. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, CATANDUANES, JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines, Camarines Norte, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Davao del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Epilithic or epiphytic in forests. 40-2000m. Native.
  17. Appendicula merrillii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 418; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 326; ≡ Chilopogon merrillii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 91; Type: Merrill 8135. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato, Zamboanga, PANAY (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 700-1160m. Native.
  18. Appendicula micrantha Lindl., Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist., 1st Ser. 15 (1845) 386; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 326; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 27; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 31; ≡ Podochilus micranthus (Lindl.) Schltr., Mém. Herb. Boissier 21 (1900) 39. = Appendicula wenzelii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 419; Type: Wenzel 10 (AMES 2 sheets, GH, NY, iso), Leyte: epiphyte, 60m, 29-Sep-1912. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Laguna, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao, Davao de Oro (photos), Surigao, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, POLILLO. Notes: Potentially a synonym of Appendicula reflexa var. reflexa (WCSP 2017). Epiphytic, occasionally terrestrial. 0-700m. Native.
  19. Appendicula negrosiana (Ames) Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 416; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 327; ≡ Podochilus negrosianus Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1568; Type: Elmer 9636. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Conservation status: Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  20. Appendicula pendula Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 298. = Appendicula philippinensis (Schltr.) J.J.Sm., Orch. Ambon (1905) 91; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 327; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 31; ≡ Podochilus philippinensis Schltr., Mém. Herb. Boissier 21 (1900) 49; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental (photos), South Cotabato, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY. Notes: Variable and fairly common species. 115-1600m. Native.
  21. Appendicula perplexa (Ames) Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 416; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 327; ≡ Podochilus perplexus Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1569; Type: Elmer 7407. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Forest shade. 800m. Native.
  22. Appendicula polyantha Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 5 (1923) 6; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 327; Type: BS 42058 Lopez (AMES, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Mt Angilog, 2200m (note: this is most likely in feet), Feb-1923. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LUZON: Aurora, Camarines Sur, Quezon, Rizal. Notes: Mt Angilog. Native.
  23. Appendicula reflexa Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 301; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 175; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 31; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 27; Type: from Java. Distribution: Australia, Java, Malaysia, New Guinea, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao del Sur, MINDORO, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: 0-1200m. Native.
    • var. reflexa. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Nicobar Isls, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao del Sur, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphyte or terrestrial. 0-1200m. Native.
  24. Appendicula tagalensium Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 65; Type: Loher s.n., Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: No specimen has been seen by Ames. Native.
  25. Appendicula tubilabia J.J.Wood, Orchids Mount Kinabalu 2 (2011) 39; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos). Native.
  26. Appendicula undulata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 301. Distribution: BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Pampanga, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Cotabato, Davao, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur (photos), Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: 50-350m (photos). Native.
    • var. longicalcarata (Rolfe) Ames, J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 84(Spec. No.) (1921) 179; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 327; ≡ Podochilus longicalcaratus Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1894 (1894) 186. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Cotabato, Davao, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur (photos), Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga del Sur, SAMAR. Notes: In mossy forests. 50-125m (photos). Native.
  27. Appendicula weberi Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 418; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 328; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 32; Type: C.M. Weber 88. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Kalinga-Apayao, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Pampanga, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Cotabato, Davao, Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur. Notes: Shady damp forests. 400-700m. Native.
  28. Appendicula xytriophora Rchb.f., Fl. Vit. (1868) 299; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 328; ≡ Podochilus xytriophorus (Rchb.f.) Schltr., Mém. Herb. Boissier 21 (1900) 47. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Isabela (photos), Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, Lanao, MINDORO, PANAY, POLILLO. Notes: Common and widely distributed. Forests. 60-1330m. Native.

Incertae sedis

  1. Appendicula sp.. Distribution: MINDANAO: Davao Oriental. Notes: Wally Suarez (pers. comm. 5-Nov-19): these Mt Hamiguitan plants have been previously identified as Appendicula tembuyukenensis J.J.Wood, but are not that species, which has "a very noticeable callus at the apex of the lip". Native.

Arachnis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 18 August 2017
  1. Arachnis flos-aeris (L.) Rchb.f., Bot. Centralbl. 28 (1886) 343; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 32; Cortez et al., Check List 19 (2023) 989; ≡ Epidendrum flos-aeris L., Sp. Pl., 1st Ed. (1753) 952. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. BILIRAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Surigao, PALAWAN, SIARGAO. Notes: Epiphyte at low elevations. 0m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.

Arundina Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 19 June 2024
  1. Arundina graminifolia (D.Don) Hochr., Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 6 (1910) 270; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 33; ≡ Bletia graminifolia D.Don, Prodr. Fl. Nepal. (1825) 29; Type: from Nepal. Distribution: Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. BOHOL, CEBU, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Misamis, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: Naturalized on road sides and rocky slopes (Ron Boos, pers. comm., 23-Nov-20). W. Suarez and D. Cabactulan (pers. comm., 23-Nov-20): possibly native to the Philippines. Cryptogenic.
    • ssp. graminifolia. Distribution: Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. BOHOL, CEBU, LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Misamis, Zamboanga, NEGROS, PANAY, SAMAR. Cryptogenic.

Blepharoglossum (Schltr.) L.Li

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 9 August 2026
  1. Blepharoglossum bicuspidatum (J.J.Sm.) L.Li, Pl. Syst. Evol. 306 (2020) 54: 7; ≡ Liparis bicuspidata J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 2 (1903) 45; Type: from Borneo. = Liparis wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 84; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 316; Type: Wenzel 0403 (AMES, holo), Leyte. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. LEYTE. Native.
  2. Blepharoglossum bontocense (Ames) Cootes, Orchids Austral. 32 (2020) 12; ≡ Liparis bontocensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 38; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 311. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province. Notes: 1650m. Native.
  3. Blepharoglossum condylobulbon (Rchb.f.) L.Li, Pl. Syst. Evol. 306 (2020) 54: 7; ≡ Liparis condylobulbon Rchb.f., Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 18 (1862) 34; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 175; Tetsana et al., Phytotaxa 421 (2019) 54; Type: from Java. = Liparis confusa J.J.Sm., Fl. Buitenz. 6 (Orch. Jav.) (1905) 275; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 312; Type: not from the Philippines. = Liparis clemensiae (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 79; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 312; ≡ Cestichis clemensiae Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 666; Type: Clemens 129, Mindanao: Lanao del Sur, Camp Keithley, Feb-1906. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Java, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sulawesi, Taiwan, Thailand. BASILAN, CATANDUANES, CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Benguet, Camarines Sur (photos), Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon (photos), Davao, Lanao, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PALAWAN, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic. (?-)487-1500m. Native.
  4. Blepharoglossum elegans (Lindl.) L.Li, Pl. Syst. Evol. 306 (2020) 54: 7; ≡ Liparis elegans Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 30; Type: from Malaysia. = Liparis stricta J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 5 (1907) 3; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 316; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Borneo, China, India, Malaysia, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Riau Arch, Sumatra, Thailand. Notes: 122m. Native.
  5. Blepharoglossum grossum (Rchb.f.) L.Li, Pl. Syst. Evol. 306 (2020) 54: 8; ≡ Liparis grossa Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 19 (1883) 110; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 176; Type: from Myanmar. = Liparis rizalensis Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 295; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 316; Type: BS 24070 Ramos (AMES, holo), Luzon: Dec-1915. Distribution: Myanmar, Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), PANAY (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 500m. Native.
  6. Blepharoglossum latifolium (Blume) L.Li, Pl. Syst. Evol. 306 (2020) 54: 8; ≡ Liparis latifolia Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 30; Tetsana et al., Phytotaxa 421 (2019) 56; Enriquez et al., Fl. Plants Mt. Apo Natural Park (2024) 104; ≡ Malaxis latifolia Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 393, nom. illeg., non Sm.; Type: from Java. = Liparis robusta Hook.f., Hooker's Icon. Pl. 21 (1890) t.2012; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 177. Distribution: Borneo, China, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Thailand to New Guinea. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-1100m. Native.
  7. Blepharoglossum palawanense (Ames) L.Li, Pl. Syst. Evol. 306 (2020) 54: 8; ≡ Liparis palawanensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 39; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 315; Type: Weber 612 (AMES, holo), Palawan; Alfonzo XIII forest. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. DAO category: Vulnerable (as Liparis palawanensis). Native.
  8. Blepharoglossum pallidum (Blume) L.Li, Pl. Syst. Evol. 306 (2020) 54: 9; ≡ Liparis pallida (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 31; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 315; ≡ Malaxis pallida Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 391; Type: from Java. Distribution: Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Philippines, Sumatra. Native.
  9. Blepharoglossum parviflorum (Blume) L.Li, Pl. Syst. Evol. 306 (2020) 54: 9; ≡ Liparis parviflora (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 31; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 315; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 177; ≡ Malaxis parviflora Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 392; Type: from Java. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Thailand. BASILAN, BUSUANGA, LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon (photos), Cotabato, Davao, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-2000m. Native.
  10. Blepharoglossum trichoglotte (Ames) L.Li, Pl. Syst. Evol. 306 (2020) 54: 9; ≡ Liparis trichoglottis (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1911) 203; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 316; ≡ Cestichis trichoglottis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 139; Type: Clemens 131 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Lake Lanao. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Lanao del Sur, NEGROS (photos). Native.

Possibly present

  1. Blepharoglossum fulgens (Rolfe) Ormerod & Juswara, Harvard Pap. Bot. 26 (2021) 198; ≡ Liparis fulgens Rolfe, Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 6 (1889) 620; Type: Cult. Horsman & Co s.n. (K, holo), ?Philippines. Distribution: ?Philippines, ?Sulawesi.

Bogoria J.J.Sm.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 15 January 2026
  1. Bogoria merrillii (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 16; ≡ Sarcochilus merrillii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 213; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 407; Type: Merrill 5432. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao Oriental. Notes: Epiphytic, near sea level. 0m. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Bogoria raciborskii J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 566. Distribution: Borneo, Java, ?Philippines. ?LUZON: ?Abra. Notes: Possibly represented for the Philippines by photos taken in Abra by Loralyn Casio. Native.

Brachypeza Schltr. ex Garay

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 27 June 2024
  1. Brachypeza cladostachya (Hook.f.) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 62; ≡ Pteroceras cladostachyum (Hook.f.) H.A.Pedersen, Nordic J. Bot. 12 (1992) 387; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 230; ≡ Sarcochilus cladostachys Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 35. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi. LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, Rizal. Native.
  2. Brachypeza pallida (Blume) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 62; ≡ Pteroceras pallidum (Blume) Holttum, Kew Bull. 14 (1960) 270; ≡ Sarcochilus pallidus (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1863) 500; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 407; ≡ Thrixspermum pallidum (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 122; ≡ Dendrocolla pallida Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 290. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDANAO: Zamboanga del Norte (photos). Native.
  3. Brachypeza unguiculata (Lindl.) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 64; Raganas et al., Biodiversitas 26 (2025) 1195; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 27; ≡ Pteroceras unguiculatum (Lindl.) H.A.Pedersen, Nordic J. Bot. 12 (1992) 388; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 231; ≡ Sarcochilus unguiculatus Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.) (1840) 67. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. BASILAN, BILIRAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Apayao, Aurora, Camarines Sur, Cavite, Ilocos Norte, Isabela, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao del Norte, Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: Sea level. 0m. Native.
  4. Brachypeza zamboangensis (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 164; ≡ Sarcochilus zamboangensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 5 (1923) 39; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 408; Type: Merrill 11640. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BOHOL, MINDANAO: Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: Epiphyte in forest. 10m. Native.

Bromheadia Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Raab Bustamante, 20 December 2017
  1. Bromheadia alticola Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 28 (1891) 338. = Bromheadia philippinensis Ames & Quisumb., PJS 59 (1936) 6. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur. Native.
  2. Bromheadia devogelii Kruiz., Orchid Monogr. 8 (1997) 102; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 36. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Notes: Epiphyte. 350m. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Bromheadia finlaysoniana (Lindl.) Miq., Fl. Ned. Ind. 3 (1859) 709; ≡ Grammatophyllum finlaysonianum Lindl., Numer. List (1832) n.7561, nom. inval., nom. nud. Distribution: Indochina to New Guinea, ?Philippines. ?TAMLANGON. Notes: Possibly represented for the Philippines by PNH 91317 Mendoza (K). Native.

Bryobium Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser 11 July 2026
  1. Bryobium leavittii (Kraenzl.) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen, Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186 (2018) 194; ≡ Pinalia leavittii (Kraenzl.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria leavittii Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 52; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 370. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  2. Bryobium puguahaanense (Ames) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen, Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186 (2018) 194; ≡ Pinalia puguahaanensis (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; ≡ Eria puguahaanensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 157; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 374. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  3. Bryobium punctatum (J.J.Sm.) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen, Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186 (2018) 194; ≡ Pinalia punctata (J.J.Sm.) J.J.Wood, Orchids Mount Kinabalu 2 (2011) 493; ≡ Eria punctata J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 13 (1907) 38. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  4. Bryobium senile (Ames) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen, Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186 (2018) 194; ≡ Pinalia senilis (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 222; ≡ Eria senilis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 159; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 375. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Camarines Sur, Ifugao, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao del Sur (photos), Lanao del Sur (photos), Misamis Occidental (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao, PANAY. Notes: 1800m (photos). Native.
  5. Bryobium tridens (Ames) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen, Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186 (2018) 194; ≡ Pinalia tridens (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 223; ≡ Eria tridens Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1580; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 375. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Native.
  6. Bryobium ventricosum (Leav.) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen, Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186 (2018) 194; ≡ Pinalia ventricosa (Leav.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 223; ≡ Eria ventricosa Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 211; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 375. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Native.

Bulbophyllum Thouars

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 18 December 2025
  1. Bulbophyllum absconditum J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 449; ≡ Pelma absconditum (J.J.Sm.) Finet, Notul. Syst. (Paris) 1 (1909) 113. Distribution: Philippines, Sumatra to Pacific Ocean. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
    • ssp. absconditum. Distribution: Philippines, Sumatra to Pacific Ocean. Native.
  2. Bulbophyllum acutum J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 466; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 36. Distribution: Java, Philippines, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Also considered a synonym of Bulbophyllum depressum King & Pantl. (Catalogue of Life 2019). Epiphyte. 1000-1400m. Native.
  3. Bulbophyllum aeolium Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 429; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 378; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 37; Type: BS 15391 Ramos (AMES, US, iso), Leyte: Leyte, Dagami, Aug-1912. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: 600-1300m. Native.
    • ssp. aeolium. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphyte. 600-1300m. Native.
  4. Bulbophyllum aestivale Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 164; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 378; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 37; Type: C.A. Wenzel 0395 (AMES, holo; GH, US, iso), Leyte: Leyte, epiphyte in forest, 600m, 25-May-1914. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic in forest. 500-1000m. Native.
  5. Bulbophyllum alboaligerum Cootes, Cabactulan, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 5; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803003 (CAHUP073543, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1600m, 20-Jan-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  6. Bulbophyllum alboroseum Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 164; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 379; Type: Ramos & Edaño 105 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Lusong, epiphytic on dead branches, 2000m, 7-Oct-1928. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet. Notes: 2000m. Native.
  7. Bulbophyllum alsiosum Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1583; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 379; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 38; Type: Elmer 9817 (AMES, holo; AMES, L, NY, US, iso), Negros: Negros Oriental, Cuernos Mtns, Apr-1908. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Ecija (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic in forest. 600-1300m. Native.
  8. Bulbophyllum amorosoanum Naive, M.Leon & Cootes, Die Orchidee 3 (2017) 102, as 'amorosum'; Type: M.D. De Leon 024/2016 (CMUH00010846, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan Mountain Range, epiphytic in deeply shaded localities in mossy forest where it grows in moss cushions on the branches and trunks of trees in rain-forest, 1200m, 15-Jul-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, SAMAR. Notes: 1200m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Naive et al. 2017). Native.
  9. Bulbophyllum amplebracteatum Teijsm. & Binn., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 24 (1862) 307. Distribution: Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi. MINDORO, SARANGANI. Notes: 0-300m. Native.
    • ssp. carunculatum (Garay, Hamer & Siegerist) J.J.Verm. & P.O'Byrne, Bulbophyllum Sulawesi (2011) 48; ≡ Bulbophyllum carunculatum Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Lindleyana 10 (1995) 174; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 32; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 40. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. Notes: L.L.Co: Described from a plant originating in the Philippines. Native.
    • ssp. orthoglossum (H.Wendl. & Kraenzl.) J.J.Verm. & P.O'Byrne, Bulbophyllum Sulawesi (2011) 47; ≡ Bulbophyllum orthoglossum H.Wendl. & Kraenzl., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 19 (1896) 326; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 44; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 58. Distribution: Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi. SARANGANI. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-300m. Native.
  10. Bulbophyllum anascaputum Cootes, Cabactulan, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 3; Type: M.D. De Leon 001/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 3-Dec-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  11. Bulbophyllum antenniferum (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 250; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 379; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 31; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 38; ≡ Hyalosema antenniferum (Lindl.) Rysy, J. Orchideenfr. 9 (2002) 324; ≡ Cirrhopetalum antenniferum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29 (1843) t.49. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Camarines Sur (photos), Laguna, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur, MINDORO, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic, usually on tree trunks, sometimes on rocks, low elevations. (?-)500m. Native.
  12. Bulbophyllum apertum Schltr., Bull. Herb. Boissier, 2nd Sér. 6 (1906) 462; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 38. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. LUZON: Aurora, Quezon, MINDANAO: Cotabato. Notes: Epiphyte. 500m. Native.
  13. Bulbophyllum apheles J.J.Verm., Orchids Borneo 2 (1991) 245. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis. Native.
  14. Bulbophyllum apodum Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 5 (1890) 766; Cortez et al., Check List 19 (2023) 989. Distribution: China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Cavite (photos), Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), SIARGAO. Notes: 0-200m. Native.
  15. Bulbophyllum apoense Schuit. & de Vogel, Blumea 48 (2003) 506; ≡ Bulbophyllum graciliscapum Ames & Rolfe, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 175, nom. illeg., non Schltr.; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384; Type: Copeland 1127 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Davao, Mt Apo, 22-Apr-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato (photos), Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic on mossy branch. 2000m. Native.
  16. Bulbophyllum aquinoi (Cootes, M.Leon & Naive) J.M.H.Shaw, Orchid Rev. 125(Suppl. 1319) (2017) 56; ≡ Epicranthes aquinoi Cootes, M.Leon & Naive, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 3, as 'Epicrianthes aquinoi'; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL 001/2016 (CMUH00010802, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon (cult. in Misamis Oriental), 21-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1220m. Native.
  17. Bulbophyllum arrectum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 384; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 379; Type: Loher s.n. (AMES, type fragment and photo of drawing), possibly from Luzon: Rizal, Oct-1916. Known only from fragmentary type material, according to Ames (1924), very close to Bulbophyllum stellatum Ames. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  18. Bulbophyllum atromaculatum Cootes, M.Leon & Cabactulan, Orchidee, Taxon. Mitt. 10 (2024) 117; Type: MDL1910023 (PNH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 800-1000m, 1-Oct-2019. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, NEGROS. Notes: 800-1000m. Native.
  19. Bulbophyllum atrorubens Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39 (1906) 82. Distribution: Bismarck Arch, Moluccas, New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sulawesi. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  20. Bulbophyllum auratum (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 261; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 379; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 79; ≡ Cirrhopetalum auratum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.) (1840) 50. = ?Cirrhopetalum candelabra Paxton, Paxton's Mag. Bot. 11 (1844) 117. Distribution: Borneo, India, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte. Native.
  21. Bulbophyllum barcelonae A.L.Garrino & R.Bustam., Nordic J. Bot. 2024 (2024) e04187: 2; Type: PTI-PCFWR 06 with M. Bagiw and L. Udasco (PNH, holo; CAHUP, PUH, iso), Luzon: Nueva Ecija, Carranglan, PCWFR, Sitio Binbin, Oct-2021. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija. Notes: 900-1550m. Native.
  22. Bulbophyllum basisetum J.J.Sm., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 26 (1929) 347; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 39. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Epiphyte at mid-elevation. Native.
  23. Bulbophyllum betchei F.Muell., S. Sci. Rec 1 (1881) 173. Distribution: Borneo, Java, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sulawesi, Sumatra. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  24. Bulbophyllum bokodense M.N.Tamayo, Magtoto & R.Bustam., Phytotaxa 662 (2024) 188; Type: Tamayo 300 (PNH, holo; NLUH, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Bokod, Mt Komkompol, Upper Agno River Basin Resource Reserve (UARBRR), 2200m, 18-Jul-2021. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Zambales. Notes: 1800m (photos) to 2200m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Tamayo et al. 2024). Native.
  25. Bulbophyllum bolsteri Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 126; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 380; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 39; Type: Bolster 349 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Surigao del Norte, May/Jun-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur, Surigao, Surigao del Norte. Notes: Epiphytic at low to mid-elevation. Native.
  26. Bulbophyllum bontocense Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 135; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 380; Type: Vanoverbergh 1382 (AMES, holo; AMES, L, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, epiphytic, 1650m, 17-Aug-1911. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province, Zambales. Notes: Epiphytic. 1450-1700m. Native.
  27. Bulbophyllum boosii J.J.Verm. & Kindler, Malesian Orchid J. 15 (2015) 49; Type: cult. Kindler s.n. (L, holo), Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. SAMAR. Native.
  28. Bulbophyllum braccatum Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1877) 117; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 380; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 40. = Bulbophyllum hortensoides Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 300; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Ifugao, Rizal, SAMAR. Notes: Potentially a synonym of Bulbophyllum odoratum (Blume) Lindl. Epiphytic in forests. 400-600m. Native.
  29. Bulbophyllum breimerianum J.J.Verm. & A.Vogel, Blumea 52 (2007) 1. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 0-300m. Native.
  30. Bulbophyllum brevibrachiatum (Schltr.) J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 8 (1912) 23; ≡ Cirrhopetalum brevibrachiatum Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 186; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 52; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 79. = Cirrhopetalum dolichoblepharon Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 185; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 80; ≡ Bulbophyllum dolichoblepharon (Schltr.) J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 8 (1912) 23. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines, Sulawesi. LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Surigao, MINDORO, PANAY. Notes: These plants occur as epiphyte on tree trunks. 500-1400m. Native.
  31. Bulbophyllum bromeliforme Cootes, Cabactulan, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2020 (2020) 5; Type: De Leon MDL1907006 (PNH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 900-1000m, 1-Jul-2019. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 900-1000m. Native.
  32. Bulbophyllum canlaonense Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 126; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 380; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 40. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental (photos), NEGROS, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. 1300-2300m. Native.
  33. Bulbophyllum catenulatum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 382; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 380; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 33; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 41; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440; Type: Loher s.n. (AMES, type fragment and drawing), Luzon: presumably the Sierra Madre Mtns E of Manila. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Cagayan (photos), Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphytic on branches and tree trunks, sometimes on rocks. 0-1800m. Native.
  34. Bulbophyllum cephalophorum Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Lindleyana 11 (1996) 227; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 33. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic. 1200m. Native.
  35. Bulbophyllum charisae Jenny, Orchid Rev. 127(Suppl. 1327) (2019) 147; Type: R. Jenny s.n. (G, holo), Mindanao: Misamis Oriental, Mt Balatucan, Sep-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental. Notes: The type is from a plant collected by G. Hampel and cultivated in Sirnach, Switzerland by R. Amsler. Native.
  36. Bulbophyllum charishampeliae (Cabactulan, M.Leon, Cootes & R.B.Pimentel) R.Rice, Photo Intro Asian Bulbophyllum Coelogyne Dendrobium Orchids (2019) 186; ≡ Bulbophyllum charishampeliae (Cabactulan, M.Leon, Cootes & R.B.Pimentel) Naive & Alejandro, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 21, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; ≡ Epicranthes charishampeliae Cabactulan, M.Leon, Cootes & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 16, as 'Epicrianthes charishampeliae'; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803016 (CAHUP073556, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1400m, 17-Feb-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Bulbophyllum charishampeliae (Cabactulan, M.Leon, Cootes & R.B.Pimentel) R.Rice was published in Jan-2019, whereas Bulbophyllum charishampeliae (Cabactulan, M.Leon, Cootes & R.B.Pimentel) Naive & Alejandro was published in Apr-2019. 1400m. Native.
  37. Bulbophyllum cheiri Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 30 (1844) t.44; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 209; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 41; ≡ Sarcopodium cheiri (Lindl.) Lindl. & Paxton, Paxton's Fl. Gard. 1 (1850) 155. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines, Sulawesi. BASILAN, BOHOL, BUSUANGA, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Bataan, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao, Davao del Sur, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, MINDORO, PALAWAN, POLILLO. Native.
    • ssp. cheiri. = Bulbophyllum copelandii Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 97; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 381; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 43; Type: Copeland 1316. = Bulbophyllum megalanthum Griff., Not. Pl. Asiat. 3 (1851) 286; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 54. = Bulbophyllum whitfordii Rolfe, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 100; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 390; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 65. Distribution: Borneo, Malaysia, Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi. BASILAN, BOHOL, BUSUANGA, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Bataan, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao, Davao del Sur, Surigao, MINDORO, PALAWAN, POLILLO. Notes: Epilithic or epiphytic, in light shade, low elevation. Native.
    • ssp. subuliferum (Schltr.) J.J.Verm., P.O'Byrne & A.Lamb, Bulbophyllum Borneo (2015) 52; ≡ Bulbophyllum subuliferum Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 91. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines, Sulawesi. Native.
  38. Bulbophyllum chrysendetum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 169; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 381; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 41. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDORO. Notes: Forest epiphyte. 60-600m. Native.
  39. Bulbophyllum clandestinum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.) (1841) 77. = Epidendrum sessile J.Koenig, Observ. Bot. (Retzius) 6 (1791) 60. = Bulbophyllum profusum Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 128; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 46; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 59. Distribution: Bangladesh to Pacific Ocean, Philippines. BASILAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Cagayan, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, PALAWAN, POLILLO, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic, often in shaded sites. 0-500m. Native.
  40. Bulbophyllum cleistogamum Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 31 (1896) 277; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 34; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 42. Distribution: Borneo, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Riau Arch, Sumatra. LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), NEGROS (photos). Notes: In addition to Luzon, possibly elsewhere in the E parts. Epilithic or epiphytic in shade. 500m. Native.
  41. Bulbophyllum clemensiae Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 127; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 381; Type: M.S. Clemens 440. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur. Native.
  42. Bulbophyllum codonanthum Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 177. Distribution: New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: Reported for the Philippines by M.D. De Leon. Native.
  43. Bulbophyllum colubrimodum Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 82; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 381; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 42; Type: C.A. Wenzel 698. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Zamboanga, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Forest epiphyte. 600m. Native.
  44. Bulbophyllum compressum Teijsm. & Binn., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 24 (1862) 307. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. MINDANAO. Notes: Jim Cootes (15-Feb-25): found in northern Mindanao. Native.
  45. Bulbophyllum coniferum Ridl., J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 4 (1909) 67. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. MINDANAO. Notes: Jim Cootes (15-Feb-25): found in northern Mindanao. Native.
  46. Bulbophyllum cootesii M.A.Clem., Austral. Orchid Rev. 64 (1999) 6; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 35; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 42. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-500m. DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  47. Bulbophyllum cornutum (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 247; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 43; ≡ Ephippium cornutum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 308. = Bulbophyllum wenzelii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 432; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 389. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Sumatra. LEYTE. Notes: Epiphyte or lithophyte at low elevation. Native.
  48. Bulbophyllum crassiusculum Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 6; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803001 (CAHUP073545, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1200m, 2-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  49. Bulbophyllum cryptophoranthus Garay, Harvard Pap. Bot. 4 (1999) 475; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 44. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon. Notes: Epiphyte at mid-elevation. Native.
  50. Bulbophyllum cubicum Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 83; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 381; Type: BS 38633 Ramos & Edaño (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Mahilucot River, forest epiphyte, 1400m, Jun/Jul-1920. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Davao del Sur. Notes: Forest epiphyte. 1400m. Native.
  51. Bulbophyllum cumingii (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 261; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 381; ≡ Cirrhopetalum cumingii Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29 (1843) t.49; Paxton’s Bot. Mag. 8 (1841) 165; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 54; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 80. = Bulbophyllum stramineum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 190; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388. = Cirrhopetalum flabellum-veneris (J.Koenig) Seidenf. & Ormerod, Descr. Epidendrorum J.G.König (1995) 39; ≡ Epidendrum flabellum-veneris J.Koenig, Observ. Bot. (Retzius) 6 (1791) 57. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Bataan, Cagayan, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. (?-)500m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  52. Bulbophyllum cuneatum Rolfe ex Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 98; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 381; Type: Merrill 3730 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, c. 1000m, 1-Jan-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, PALAWAN. Notes: 1000m. Native.
  53. Bulbophyllum cupreum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24(Misc.) (1838) 95; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 35; Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 44. Distribution: Philippines, Thailand. LUZON: Aurora, Quezon. Notes: Bole epiphyte. 500m. Native.
  54. Bulbophyllum curranii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 130; Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 170; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Type: FB 4953 Curran (AMES, holo), Luzon: Benguet, summit of Mt Tonglon (Mt Sto Tomas), epiphytic vine, 8-Aug-1906. = Bulbophyllum calophyllum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 98; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 40; Type: Loher 14649 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Rizal, Sep-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Rizal, MINDORO, PANAY (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 800-2200m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  55. Bulbophyllum dasypetalum Rolfe ex Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 98; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Type: Merrill 3720 (AMES, holo; US, iso), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, 1-Jan-1904. = Bulbophyllum vanoverberghii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 133; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 389; Type: Vanoverbergh 1367 (AMES, holo; NY, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Aug-1911. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Bataan, Benguet, Camarines, Camarines Sur, Mountain Province, Pampanga, Rizal, MINDORO. Native.
  56. Bulbophyllum davidii (Cootes & R.Boos) J.M.H.Shaw, Orchid Rev. 125(Suppl. 1319) (2017) 56; ≡ Epicranthes davidii Cootes & R.Boos, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 3, as 'Epicrianthes davidii'; Type: M.D. De Leon cult. (CMUH00009780, holo), Mindanao: Misamis Oriental, 23-Feb-15, c. 700m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental. Notes: P.B. Pelser (7-Oct-15): Morphologically similar to Bulbophyllum sagemuelleri R.Bustam. & Kindler. 700m. Native.
  57. Bulbophyllum dearei (Mast.) W.Watson, Gard. Chron., n.s. 23 (1885) 664; Rchb.f., Flora 71 (1888) 156; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 36; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 44; ≡ Sarcopodium dearei Mast., Gard. Chron., n.s. 20 (1883) 108; Rchb.f., Flora 71 (1888) 156. = Bulbophyllum goebelianum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 385; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384; Type: Loher s.n., probably from Luzon. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic and sometimes epilithic. 700-1200m to 1500m (photos). Native.
  58. Bulbophyllum debrincatiae J.J.Verm., Gard. Bull. Singapore 54 (2002) 114; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 45. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon. Notes: Epiphyte. 800-1200m. Native.
  59. Bulbophyllum dissolutum Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 429; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Type: BS 15069 Ramos (AMES, holo), Luzon: Laguna, San Antonio, 13-Jun-1912. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Pampanga. Native.
  60. Bulbophyllum doryphoroide Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 172; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 45; Type: BS 19873 McGregor (AMES, holo), Luzon: Ifugao, Mt Polis, Feb-1913. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ifugao, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte at high elevation. Native.
  61. Bulbophyllum dryas Ridl., J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 6 (1915) 175. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  62. Bulbophyllum ebracteolatum Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 58; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Type: Loher s.n., probably from Luzon. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. ?LUZON. Notes: Known only from the original description. Native.
  63. Bulbophyllum echinochilum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16 (1921) 385; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 45; Type: Loher s.n. (AMES, holotype fragment, also drawing of type), ?Luzon. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Bataan, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte or lithophyte. 900-1000m. Native.
  64. Bulbophyllum ecornutoides Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 71 (2006) 6; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 46. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon. Notes: Epiphyte. 0-500m. Native.
  65. Bulbophyllum ecornutum (J.J.Sm.) J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 13 (1914) 32; ≡ Bulbophyllum cornutum var. ecornutum J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 445. Distribution: Java, Philippines, Thailand. MINDANAO, MINDORO. Native.
    • ssp. verrucatum J.J.Verm., P.O'Byrne & A.Lamb, Bulbophyllum Borneo (2015) 230. Distribution: MINDANAO. Native.
  66. Bulbophyllum elassoglossum Siegerist, Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 60 (1991) 865; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 37; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 46. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Described from plants grown in the United States. Epiphyte. 1400m. Native.
  67. Bulbophyllum elmeri Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 127; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Type: Elmer 6618 (AMES, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Baguio, 8-Mar-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Isabela. Native.
  68. Bulbophyllum elongatum (Blume) Hassk., Cat. Hort. Bot. Bogor. (Hasskarl) (1844) 39; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 47; ≡ Ephippium elongatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 308. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Cotabato, ?Lanao del Sur (photos). Notes: Forest epiphyte, occasionally terrestrial. 100-2000m. Native.
  69. Bulbophyllum erosimarginatum Cootes, W.Suarez & R.Boos, Austral. Orchid Rev. 76(4) (2011) 46; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 47. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Notes: Epiphytic. 600m. Native.
  70. Bulbophyllum erosipetalum C.Schweinf., Philipp. Orchid Rev. 4 (1951) 15; ≡ Osyricera erosipetala (C.Schweinf.) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Nordic J. Bot. 14 (1994) 643; Type: PNH 15085 K.B. Day (AMES, holo), described from cultivated plant originally collected from Mindanao: Cotabato, Dec-1951. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato. Native.
  71. Bulbophyllum erratum Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 85; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 383; Type: BS 38685 Ramos & Edaño (AMES, holo; NY, US, iso), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Mahilucot River, along stream in forest, c. 1400m, 14-Jul-1920. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1400m. Native.
  72. Bulbophyllum escritorii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 174; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 383; Type: BS 20734 Escritor (AMES, holo), Luzon: Quezon, Mar/Apr-1913. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic. (?-)2000m. Native.
  73. Bulbophyllum exile Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 208; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 383; Type: Copeland 1123 (AMES, syn); R.S. Williams 2563 (NY, syn), Mindanao: Davao, Mt Apo, collected on 22-Apr-1904 and 1-Apr-1905, respectively. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphyte in the summit area. 2900m. Native.
  74. Bulbophyllum exquisitum Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 84; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 383; ≡ Bulbophyllum macgregorii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 137, nom. illeg.; Type: BS 8322 R.C. McGregor (syn). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forest. 2100-2400m. Native.
  75. Bulbophyllum facetum Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Lindleyana 11 (1996) 227; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 38; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 47. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic on tree trunks in fairly shady sites. 1200m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  76. Bulbophyllum fascinator (Rolfe) Rolfe, Bot. Mag. 134 (1908) t.8199; ≡ Cirrhopetalum fascinator Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1908 (1908) 69; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 80. Distribution: Borneo, India, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis. Notes: Epiphyte. 800-1000m. Native.
  77. Bulbophyllum fenixii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 430; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 383; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 48; Type: BS 4138 Fénix. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BABUYAN, BABUYAN ISLS, CAMIGUIN, CAMIGUIN DE BABUYANES, LUZON: Camarines Sur, Laguna, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphyte. 800m. Native.
  78. Bulbophyllum flavescens (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 54; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 48; ≡ Diphyes flavescens Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 313. = Bulbophyllum adenopetalum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28(Misc.) (1842) 85; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 378. = Bulbophyllum ramosii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 25. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Camarines Sur, Ifugao, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, Misamis, Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga del Norte, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. 500-2700m. Native.
  79. Bulbophyllum geminatum Carr, Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 5 (1929) 12; ≡ Cirrhopetalum geminatum (Carr) Rysy, Orchidee (Hamburg) 63 (2012) 16. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Quezon, Rizal. Notes: Most likely widespread in the Philippines. Epiphytic, to 800m in brightly lit sites. This species is considered by some to be a synonym of Bulbophyllum biflorum Teijsm. & Binn., but see Rysy (2012). Native.
  80. Bulbophyllum gerlandianum Kraenzl., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 7 (1886) 437. = Bulbophyllum emiliorum Ames & Quisumb., PJS 44 (1931) 377; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 37; Type: Emilio Quisumbing 5154 (AMES, ?holo), Mindanao: Agusan del Norte, Butuan, epiphytic on tree trunk in mangrove, 22-Aug-1919. Distribution: New Guinea, Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic on tree trunks. 0-400m. Native.
  81. Bulbophyllum giganteum (Quisumb. & C.Schweinf.) W.Suarez, Malesian Orchid J. 7 (2011) 113; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 48; ≡ Bulbophyllum levanae var. giganteum Quisumb. & C.Schweinf., Philipp. Orchid Rev. 5 (1953) 2; Type: Rivilla s.n. (AMES, holo), Negros: Negros Oriental, Mt Kanlaon. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-500m. Native.
  82. Bulbophyllum gilvum J.J.Verm. & A.Lamb, Blumea 38 (1994) 338. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: 1300-1600m. Native.
  83. Bulbophyllum gimagaanense Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 127; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 383; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 49. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Cotabato, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic. 100-700m. Native.
  84. Bulbophyllum glandulosum Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 87; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Type: BS 28787 Ramos & Edaño. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon. Notes: Epiphyte. 1000m. Native.
  85. Bulbophyllum glebodactylum (W.Suarez & Cootes) Sieder & Kiehn, Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 112 (2011) 316; ≡ Epicranthes glebodactyla W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 118; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 149. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic. 500-1000m. Native.
  86. Bulbophyllum glebulosum J.J.Verm. & Cootes, Malesian Orchid J. 1 (2008) 147; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 49. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora. Native.
  87. Bulbophyllum gnomoniferum Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 209; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Type: Copeland 1023. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphyte. 1500m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  88. Bulbophyllum gusdorfii J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 25 (1917) 79; ≡ Cirrhopetalum gusdorfii (J.J.Sm.) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Nordic J. Bot. 14 (1994) 621. Distribution: Borneo, Malaysia, Philippines, Sumatra. Native.
  89. Bulbophyllum halconense Ames, PJS 2c (1908) 127; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 39; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 49. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija (photos), Zambales, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic on tree trunks and branches. 1500-2500m. Native.
  90. Bulbophyllum hampeliae Cootes, R.Boos & Naive, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 3; Type: G. Hampel cult. GH 001/2016 (CMUH00010808, holo), Mindanao: Misamis Oriental, 25-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Misamis Oriental. Notes: 900-1000m (photos) to 1200m. Native.
  91. Bulbophyllum hampelianum J.M.H.Shaw, Orchid Rev. 125(Suppl. 1319) (2017) 56; ≡ Cirrhopetalum hampelii R.Boos, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 7; Type: G. Hampel cult. (CMUH00009779, holo), Mindanao: Surigao del Norte, 28-Feb-15, c. 700m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte. Notes: 700m. Native.
  92. Bulbophyllum igneoconstellatum Cootes, Cabactulan, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2020 (2020) 7; Type: De Leon MDL1907007 (PNH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 1100-1300m, 1-Jul-2019. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1100-1300m. Native.
  93. Bulbophyllum inacootesiae Cootes, M.Leon & Naive, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 160; Type: M.D. De Leon 025/2016 (CMUH00010822, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, ex cult., 31-Jul-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao de Oro (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 1300m to 1500m (photos). Native.
  94. Bulbophyllum invisum Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 148; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384; Type: Ramos & Edaño 58. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forest. 2200m. Native.
  95. Bulbophyllum jimcootesii (Cabactulan, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) R.Rice, Photo Intro Asian Bulbophyllum Coelogyne Dendrobium Orchids (2019) 186; ≡ Bulbophyllum jimcootesii (Cabactulan, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) Naive & Alejandro, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 21, nom. illeg.; ≡ Epicranthes jimcootesii Cabactulan, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 17, as 'Epicrianthes jimcootesii'; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803017 (CAHUP073557, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1300m, 17-Feb-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Bulbophyllum jimcootesii (Cabactulan, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) R.Rice was published in Jan-2019, whereas Bulbophyllum jimcootesii (Cabactulan, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) Naive & Alejandro was published in Apr-2019. 1300m. Native.
  96. Bulbophyllum josii J.J.Verm. & P.O'Byrne, Bulbophyllum Sulawesi (2011) 150. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  97. Bulbophyllum karreri Jenny & R.Amsler, Die Orchidee 7 (2021) 27; Type: R. Jenny s.n. (G, holo), Mindanao, ex cult. R. Amsler, Switzerland, Sirnach, Mar-2020. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO. Native.
  98. Bulbophyllum kittredgei (Garay, Hamer & Siegerist) J.J.Verm., Nordic J. Bot. 16 (1996) 381; ≡ Synarmosepalum kittredgei Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Nordic J. Bot. 14 (1994) 639. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, PALAWAN. Native.
  99. Bulbophyllum lancifolium Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1583; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Davao del Sur, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphyte. 2600m. Native.
  100. Bulbophyllum lancilabium Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 176; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 50; Type: BS 20439 Ramos. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 1000m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  101. Bulbophyllum lancipetalum Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 23; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 380; Type: FB 4608 Mearns & Hutchinson. Mindanao: Misamis Occidental, Mt Malindang, 2400m, 4-Jun-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, Misamis, Misamis Occidental, PALAWAN. Notes: 2000-2400m. Native.
  102. Bulbophyllum lasianthum Lindl., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1855 (1855) 53; Cootes, Orchids Austral. 33 (2021) 9. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. Native.
  103. Bulbophyllum lasioglossum Rolfe ex Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 100; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 39; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 50. = ?Bulbophyllum breviscapum (Rolfe) Ridl., Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 1 (1907) 78; ≡ Cirrhopetalum breviscapum Rolfe, Bot. Mag. 131 (1905) t.8033. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Laguna, Nueva Ecija. Notes: Endemic unless identical with Bulbophyllum breviscapum (Rolfe) Ridl. of Peninsular Malaysia. Epiphytic. 1000m. Native.
  104. Bulbophyllum lasiopetalum Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 57; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384; Type: Loher s.n. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. ?LUZON. Native.
  105. Bulbophyllum laxiflorum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 57; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 51; ≡ Diphyes laxiflora Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 316; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 40. = Bulbophyllum luzonense Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 127; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 385. = Bulbophyllum syllectum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 383; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388. Distribution: Borneo, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Cagayan, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic. 120-1000m. Native.
  106. Bulbophyllum leibergii Ames & Rolfe, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 177; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384; Type: Leiberg 6034. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan. Notes: 900m. Native.
  107. Bulbophyllum lemniscatoides Rolfe, Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 7 (1890) 672; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 51; Naive & Cootes, Lankasteriana 22 (2022) 80; Type: from Indonesia. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDANAO: Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: Epiphyte. 600-1200m. Conservation status: Endangered (Naive & Cootes 2022). Native.
  108. Bulbophyllum lepantense Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 127; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 385; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 40; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 51. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province. Notes: Epiphytic on mossy trunks and branches. 2200-2450m. Native.
  109. Bulbophyllum lepidum (Blume) J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 471; ≡ Cirrhopetalum lepidum (Blume) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 185; ≡ Ephippium lepidum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 310. Distribution: China, Indochina, Philippines. Notes: W and C Malesia; possibly a synonym of Bulbophyllum flabellum-veneris (J.Koenig) Aver. Native.
  110. Bulbophyllum leptocaulon Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 59; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 385; Type: Loher s.n., probably Luzon. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. ?LUZON. Notes: Known only from the original description and fragment of the type. Native.
  111. Bulbophyllum levanae Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 178; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 385. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Sorsogon, Zambales, NEGROS, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic, occasionally lithophytic. 1000m. Native.
  112. Bulbophyllum leytense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 178; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 385; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 51. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphyte. 200-500m. Native.
  113. Bulbophyllum lipense Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 3 (1923) 22; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 385; Type: BS 38582 Ramos & Edaño. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphyte in damp forest. 1300m. Native.
  114. Bulbophyllum lobbii Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 33 (1847) t.29; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 41; Schuiteman et al., Nordic J. Bot. 26 (2008) 268; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 52. Distribution: Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, India, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. LUZON: Bataan, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Davao, Lanao, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Native.
    • ssp. breviflorum (J.J.Sm.) Mangal, F.Velazquez & J.J.Verm., Bulbophyllum Borneo (2015) 38; ≡ Bulbophyllum lobbii var. breviflorum J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 15 (1908) 18. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. Notes: Vermeulen et al. (2015) cite Vermeulen 3482 from the Philippines. Native.
    • ssp. lobbii. = Sestochilos uniflorum Breda, Gen. Sp. Orchid. Asclep. (1828) t.3. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Laos, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic. 1000-1500m. Native.
    • ssp. siamense (Rchb.f.) Mangal, F.Velazquez & J.J.Verm., Bulbophyllum Borneo (2015) 40; ≡ Bulbophyllum siamense Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1867 (1867) 572. = Bulbophyllum bataanense Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 96; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 379; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 39; Type: Whitford 163 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, Lamao, May-1904. Distribution: Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, India, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand. LUZON: Bataan, Laguna, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Davao, Lanao. Notes: Epiphytic at low elevation. Native.
  115. Bulbophyllum loherianum (Kraenzl.) Ames, EPFP 1 (1925) 385; ≡ Cirrhopetalum loherianum Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 61; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 54; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 80. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, PANAY (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. 1000m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  116. Bulbophyllum longiflorum Thouars, Hist. Orchid. (1822) t.98. = Cirrhopetalum umbellatum (G.Forst.) Reinw. ex Hook. & Arn., Bot. Beechey Voy. (1832) 71; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 83; ≡ Epidendrum umbellatum G.Forst., Fl. Ins. Austr. (1786) 60. = Cirrhopetalum trisetum (Ames) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Nordic J. Bot. 14 (1994) 622; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 55; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 83; ≡ Bulbophyllum trisetum Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 128; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 389. Distribution: Africa, Australia, Madagascar, Moluccas, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Troughout the Philippines. 0-1200m. Native.
  117. Bulbophyllum longipetiolatum Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1584; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 385; Type: Elmer 10883. Mindanao: Davao del Sur, Mt Apo, Todaya. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, South Cotabato (photos). Notes: Epiphytic in humid forest. 1300m. Native.
  118. Bulbophyllum macranthum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 30 (1844) t.13; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 52; ≡ Carparomorchis macrantha (Lindl.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Orchadian 13 (2002) 499. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Aurora, Isabela (photos), Laguna (photos), Quezon, MINDANAO: Zamboanga del Norte (photos), PALAWAN, PANAY (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. (?-)200-465m (photos) to 1000m. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  119. Bulbophyllum maculatum Boxall ex Náves, Fl. Filip., 3rd Ed. 4(Nov. App.) (1880) 235. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  120. Bulbophyllum magnum J.J.Verm., Cootes & W.Suarez, Malesian Orchid J. 11 (2013) 93; Type: W. Suarez s.n. (NSW, holo). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON. Notes: Epiphytic. 600-1200m. Native.
  121. Bulbophyllum makoyanum (Rchb.f.) Ridl., Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 1 (1907) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 385; ≡ Cirrhopetalum makoyanum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 11 (1879) 234; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 55; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 81. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Singapore. BUSUANGA, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Cagayan, Cavite, Ifugao, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphyte. (?-)220-300m. Native.
  122. Bulbophyllum maquilingense Ames & Quisumb., PJS 47 (1932) 208; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 41; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 53. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental (photos), PANAY (photos), SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-1000m. Native.
  123. Bulbophyllum marivelense Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 127; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 53. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao, Davao del Sur, Zamboanga, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-1100m. Native.
  124. Bulbophyllum marknaivei Cootes, R.Boos & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 4 (2016) 4; Type: G. Hampel cult. GH 004/2016 (CMUH00010806, holo), Mindanao: Misamis Oriental, 26-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Oriental. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  125. Bulbophyllum masaganapense Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 302; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 53. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: South Cotabato (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 200-1300m to 1580-1800m (photos). Native.
  126. Bulbophyllum maxillare (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 248; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 42; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 54; ≡ Phyllorkis maxillaris (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 677; ≡ Cirrhopetalum maxillare Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29 (1843) t.49. = Bulbophyllum blumei (Kuntze) J.J.Sm., Fl. Buitenz. 6 (Orch. Jav.) (1905) 459; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 380; ≡ Phyllorkis blumei Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 676. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Cavite, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, usually on tree trunks. 0-300m. Native.
  127. Bulbophyllum mearnsii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 430; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386; Orch. Philip. (2001) 42; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 54; ≡ Bulbophyllum carinatum Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 140, nom. illeg., non (L.) Náves. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, CATANDUANES, LUZON: Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Misamis, Misamis Occidental, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic. 900m. Native.
  128. Bulbophyllum membranaceum Teijsm. & Binn., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 5 (1854) 488. Distribution: Java, Malaysia, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Thailand. MINDANAO: Davao de Oro (photos). Native.
  129. Bulbophyllum membranifolium Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 5 (1890) 756. Distribution: LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), MINDORO. Notes: 500-600m. Native.
    • ssp. inunctum (J.J.Sm.) J.J.Verm., P.O'Byrne & A.Lamb, Bulbophyllum Borneo (2015) 244; ≡ Bulbophyllum inunctum J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 3 (1906) 37; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 50. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. LUZON: Aurora. Notes: Epiphytic. 500m. Native.
    • ssp. membranifolium. = Bulbophyllum costatum Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 299; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 381; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 43; Type: C.A. Wenzel 665. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon. Notes: Forest epiphyte. 600m. Native.
  130. Bulbophyllum merrittii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 334; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Native.
  131. Bulbophyllum migueldavidii Cootes, Cabactulan & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 4; Type: M.D. De Leon 002/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 17-Oct-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  132. Bulbophyllum mindorense Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 334; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines Sur, MINDORO. Native.
  133. Bulbophyllum mona-lisae Sieder & Kiehn, CITES Orchid Checkl. 5 (2009) 404; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 55. = Bulbophyllum melanoglossum Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 60, nom. illeg., non Hayata; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: South Cotabato (photos). Notes: Hand-written comments (by Schweinfurth?) regarding the name Bulbophyllum melanochilum Kraenzl. on the holotype sheet at A: “No record of this name was found. May it not be B. melanoglossum Kraenzl.?” C.S., Feb. 1936”. Mostly epiphytic. 1000(-?)m. Native.
  134. Bulbophyllum monstrabile Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 182; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos). Native.
  135. Bulbophyllum mucronatum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 50; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 55; ≡ Diphyes mucronata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 317. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: 0-500(-?)m. Native.
    • ssp. mucronatum. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. LUZON: Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forest. 500(-?)m. Native.
    • ssp. alagense (Ames) J.J.Verm. & P.O'Byrne, Bulbophyllum Sulawesi (2011) 196; ≡ Bulbophyllum alagense Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 333; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 379; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 31; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 37. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Rizal, MINDANAO, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: Widespread in Mindanao. Epiphytic. 0-500m. Native.
  136. Bulbophyllum mutabile (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 48; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 56; ≡ Diphyes mutabilis Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 312. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Thailand. LUZON: Mountain Province. Notes: Epiphyte. 400-2000m. Native.
  137. Bulbophyllum nasseri Garay, Harvard Pap. Bot. 4 (1999) 303; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 56. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan. Notes: Epiphyte at low elevation. Native.
  138. Bulbophyllum negrosianum Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1586; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386; Orch. Philip. (2001) 43; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 56. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic. 1400m. Native.
  139. Bulbophyllum neilkonradii (Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) R.Rice, Photo Intro Asian Bulbophyllum Coelogyne Dendrobium Orchids (2019) 186; ≡ Bulbophyllum neilkonradii (Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) Naive & Alejandro, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 21, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; ≡ Epicranthes neilkonradii Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 17, as 'Epicrianthes neilkonradii'; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803018 (CAHUP073558, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1300m, 17-Feb-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Bulbophyllum neilkonradii (Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) R.Rice was published in Jan-2019, whereas Bulbophyllum neilkonradii (Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) Naive & Alejandro was published in Apr-2019. 1300m. Native.
  140. Bulbophyllum nemorale L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 100. Distribution: New Guinea, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON. Native.
  141. Bulbophyllum nymphopolitanum Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 60; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 43; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 57. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic or occasionally lithophytic. 0-1000m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  142. Bulbophyllum ocellatum Cootes & M.A.Clem., Austral. Orchid Rev. 76(4) (2011) 48; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 57. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Quezon (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 500-800m. Native.
  143. Bulbophyllum odoratum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 54; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 44; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 57; ≡ Diphyes odorata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 312. = Bulbophyllum deceptum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 171; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 45; Type: C.A. Wenzel 148 (AMES, holo), Leyte: Leyte, Dagami, epiphyte in forest, 21-Jun-1913. = Bulbophyllum mindanaense Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1585; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 55. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Davao, Davao del Sur, Sarangani (photos), Surigao, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PALAWAN, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-1300m. Native.
  144. Bulbophyllum orectopetalum Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Orchidee (Hamburg) 43 (1992) 41. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, India, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Cagayan (photos). Notes: Considered a synonym of Bulbophyllum lobbii Lindl. by Schuiteman et al. (2008). Native.
  145. Bulbophyllum ornithorhynchum (J.J.Sm.) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Orchidee (Hamburg) 43 (1992) 266; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 58; ≡ Cirrhopetalum ornithorhynchus J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 2 (1903) t.121. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, PALAWAN (photos). Notes: Epiphyte at low elevation. Synonym of Bulbophyllum leysianum Burb. (Catalogue of Life, 2019)? Native.
  146. Bulbophyllum othonis (Kuntze) J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 8 (1912) 26; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; ≡ Phyllorkis othonis Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 676. = Cirrhopetalum nutans Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 25(Misc.) (1839) 71; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 55; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 81; ≡ Bulbophyllum nutans (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 260, nom. illeg., non Thouars. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Quezon, Sorsogon, PALAWAN, POLILLO. Notes: Epiphytic. (?-)300m. Native.
  147. Bulbophyllum ovalifolium (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 49; ≡ Diphyes ovalifolia Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 310. Distribution: Borneo, China, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. MINDANAO: South Cotabato (photos). Native.
  148. Bulbophyllum pampangense Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 92; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; Type: Merrill 11214 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Pampanga, Dec-1918. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Pampanga. Native.
  149. Bulbophyllum papillipetalum Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 149; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; Type: Ramos & Edaño 79 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Boadan, epiphytic on mossy forest slope, 6800ft, 27-Sep-1921. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet. Notes: 2073m. Native.
  150. Bulbophyllum papulosum Garay, Harvard Pap. Bot. 4 (1999) 304; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 44; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 58. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-500m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  151. Bulbophyllum pardalotum Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Lindleyana 10 (1995) 179; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 45; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 58. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic, in well-lit sites. 1200m. Native.
  152. Bulbophyllum pauciflorum Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 127; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; Type: Vanoverbergh 1381 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Mountain Province, 1650m, 17-Aug-1911. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Mountain Province, PALAWAN (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 1650m. Native.
  153. Bulbophyllum pelseri Mansibang & R.Bustam., Nordic J. Bot. 2024 (2024) e04187: 4; Type: PTI-PCFWR02-281 (PNH, holo; PUH, iso), Luzon: Nueva Ecija, Carranglan, PCWFR, Oct-2021. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija. Notes: 1450-1550m. Native.
  154. Bulbophyllum penduliscapum J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 2 (1903) 101. = Bulbophyllum jarense Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 301; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 384; Type: C.A. Wenzel 761 (NY, iso), Leyte: Jaro, 27-Nov-1917. Distribution: LEYTE. Notes: Forest epiphyte. 500m. Native.
  155. Bulbophyllum peramoenum Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 430; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; Type: Merrill 8271 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Zamboanga, Sax River, 28-Nov-1911. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Zamboanga, MINDORO. Native.
  156. Bulbophyllum piestoglossum J.J.Verm., Blumea 38 (1993) 152; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 46; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 59; Type: PNH 5362 MD Sulit (L, holo; AMES, iso), Luzon: Laguna, Mt Makiling, epiphytic, 800m, 23-Apr-1947. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic usually on tree trunks. 600-1300m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  157. Bulbophyllum placochilum J.J.Verm., Orchids Borneo 2 (1991) 29; Boco et al., Gard. Bull. Singapore 77 (2025) 237; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. LUZON: Albay, MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental, South Cotabato. Notes: 1100-1700m. Conservation status: Vulnerable (Boco et al. 2025). Native.
  158. Bulbophyllum pleurocrepis J.J.Verm., Cootes & M.Perry, Die Orchidee 3 (2017) 17; Type: Perry 591 (L, holo), Luzon. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: 1400m. Native.
  159. Bulbophyllum pleurothalloides Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 335; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; Type: Merrill 6128 (AMES, iso), Mindoro: Mindoro Oriental, Mt Halcon, on mossy trunks, 4500ft, 14-Nov-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forest. 1372m. Native.
  160. Bulbophyllum plumatum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 184; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; ≡ Rhytionanthos plumatum (Ames) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Nordic J. Bot. 14 (1994) 639; ≡ Cirrhopetalum plumatum (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 82; Type: BS 21479 Escritor (AMES, holo). Distribution: Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphyte. 0-500m. Native.
  161. Bulbophyllum polyflorum (W.Suarez) J.M.H.Shaw, Orchid Rev. 124(Suppl. 1314) (2016) 35; ≡ Cirrhopetalum multiflorum W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 76(4) (2011) 54; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 81. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon (photos). Native.
  162. Bulbophyllum prasinoglossum Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 6; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803006 (CAHUP073546, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1200m, 17-Feb-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental, South Cotabato (photos). Notes: 1200m. Native.
  163. Bulbophyllum pseudoconiferum W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 74; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 59. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte. 1400m. Native.
  164. Bulbophyllum puberulosum Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 7; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803007 (CAHUP073547, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1200m., 2-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  165. Bulbophyllum puguahaanense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 185; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; ≡ Cirrhopetalum puguahaanense (Ames) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Nordic J. Bot. 14 (1994) 619; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 82. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 0-500m. Native.
  166. Bulbophyllum pulchrum (N.E.Br.) J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 8 (1912) 27; ≡ Cirrhopetalum pulchrum N.E.Br., Ill. Hort. 33 (1886) 139. Distribution: Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. MINDANAO: Davao de Oro (photos). Native.
  167. Bulbophyllum punctulatum Jenny & R.Amsler, Orchid Rev. 128 (2020) 45; Type: Jenny s.n. (G, holo), Mindanao: Misamis Oriental, Mt Balatukan, Georg Hampel ex cult. Roland Amsler, 27-May-2019. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental. Native.
  168. Bulbophyllum putidum (Teijsm. & Binn.) J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 8 (1912) 27; Seidenfaden, Dansk Bot. Ark. 29 (1973) 32; ≡ Cirrhopetalum putidum Teijsm. & Binn., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 24 (1862) 311. ≠ Bulbophyllum ornatissimum auct. non (Rchb.f.) J.J.Sm.; Ames & Quisumbing, PJS 44 (1931) 380. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. LUZON: Zambales. Notes: Wally Suarez (21-Aug-24): Ames & Quisumbing (1931) wrote that the petal tips of their B. ornatissimum have paleae, but the specimen in question (Ramos & Edaño 44806) has paleae that are distributed throughout the petal length. Native.
  169. Bulbophyllum pyrrosifolium Cabactulan, Cootes, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 9; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803022 (CAHUP073648, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 1600m, 11-Mar-18. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  170. Bulbophyllum ravanii Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2011 (2011) 83; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 60. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Epiphyte. 880-930m. Native.
  171. Bulbophyllum recurvilabre Garay, Harvard Pap. Bot. 4 (1999) 304; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 60. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Notes: Epiphyte. 0-500m. Native.
  172. Bulbophyllum restrepia (Ridl.) Ridl., Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 1 (1907) 78; ≡ Cirrhopetalum restrepia Ridl., Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 3 (1893) 365. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, New Guinea, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. SAMAR. Native.
  173. Bulbophyllum rhizomatosum Ames & C.Schweinf., Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 194; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 61. = Bulbophyllum filicoides Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 84; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Type: Elmer 14200. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 400-600(photos) to 1500m. Native.
  174. Bulbophyllum romyi B.Thoms, Orchids (West Palm Beach) 84 (2015) 631; ≡ Cirrhopetalum romyi (B.Thoms) Cootes, Orchids Austral. 32 (2020) 10; Type: B. Thoms 110460 (SEL, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, near Malaybalay, 200-400m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 200-400m. Native.
  175. Bulbophyllum rubrolingue Cootes & R.Boos, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 165; Type: Cootes Cult. NSW 907363 (NSW, holo), Leyte, Lake Danao, 600m, 1-Feb-2015. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Notes: 600m. Native.
  176. Bulbophyllum rubusioides Naive, M.Leon & Cootes, Die Orchidee 3 (2017) 11; Type: M.D. De Leon 005/2016 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan, 1700m, 21-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1700m. Native.
  177. Bulbophyllum rugosum Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 266. = Bulbophyllum dagamense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 170; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 382; Type: C.A. Wenzel 57 (AMES, holo), Leyte: Leyte, Dagami, 31-Dec-1912. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. LEYTE. Native.
  178. Bulbophyllum rysyanum Roeth, Orchidee (Hamburg) 58 (2007) 512; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 61. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Exact locality unknown (Cootes 2011). Epiphyte at medium elevation. Native.
  179. Bulbophyllum sagemuelleri R.Bustam. & Kindler, Orchidee (Hamburg) 66 (2015) 370; ≡ Epicranthes sagemuelleri (R.Bustam. & Kindler) Cootes & R.Boos, Orchids Austral. 27 (2015) 29, as 'Epicrianthes sagemuelleri'; Type: Sagemueller s.n. cult. (CMUH00009785, holo), Negros: Brgy Patag, Mt Mandalagan. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), NEGROS. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  180. Bulbophyllum sanguineomaculatum Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 265. = Bulbophyllum maculosum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 180; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 385; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 52. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon. Notes: Epiphyte in forest. 60-1300m. Native.
  181. Bulbophyllum santosii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 186; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 46; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 61. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Camarines, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 0-800m. Native.
  182. Bulbophyllum sapphirinum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 187; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Native.
  183. Bulbophyllum saurocephalum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 26 (1886) 262; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 47; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 62. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic. 1000m. Native.
    • ssp. oncoglossum W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 76(4) (2011) 56; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 62. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya. Native.
    • ssp. saurocephalum. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON. Notes: Known from Mt Banahaw. Native.
  184. Bulbophyllum savaiense Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9 (1911) 106. Distribution: Java, New Guinea, Philippines. LEYTE, MINDORO. Notes: John Edward Matulina Villasis (27-Aug-24): Possibly extinct in the Philippines. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
    • ssp. subcubicum (J.J.Sm.) J.J.Verm., Orchid Monogr. 7 (1993) 141; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 62; ≡ Bulbophyllum subcubicum J.J.Sm., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1912) 487; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 48. = Bulbophyllum philippinense Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 303; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387; Type: C.A. Wenzel (AMES, holo; US, iso), Leyte: Leyte, Jaro, epiphyte in forest, 500m, 13-Nov-1914. Distribution: Java, New Guinea, Philippines. LEYTE, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic. Cootes (2001) cites 2000m, but no 2000m mountain in Leyte. Apparently referring to localities outside the Philippines? DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  185. Bulbophyllum schaiblei Cootes & Naive, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 55; Type: NSW993097 (NSW, holo), Luzon: Nueva Vizcaya, 1200m; cult. at Bowraville, NSW, Australia, 17-Aug-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  186. Bulbophyllum schefferi (Kuntze) Schltr., Beih. Bot. Centralbl., 2nd Abt. 33 (1915) 417; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 63; ≡ Phyllorkis schefferi Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 676. = Bulbophyllum marcidum Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 90; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 386. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-1600m. Native.
  187. Bulbophyllum sempiternum Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 304; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 63. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 500-800m. Native.
  188. Bulbophyllum sensile Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 188; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province. Native.
  189. Bulbophyllum sibuyanense Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1587; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388; ≡ Cirrhopetalum sibuyanense (Ames) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Nordic J. Bot. 14 (1994) 620; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 82. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, PANAY, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphyte. 400m. Native.
  190. Bulbophyllum signa, ined.; ≡ Epicranthes signa M.Leon, Cootes & Cabactulan, Orchidee, Taxon. Mitt. 10 (2024) 121, as 'Epicranthes signa'; Type: MDL1910024 (PNH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 1000-1300m, 1-Oct-2019. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1000-1300m. Native.
  191. Bulbophyllum simulacrum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 189; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Native.
  192. Bulbophyllum socordine J.J.Verm. & Cootes, Malesian Orchid J. 1 (2008) 149; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 63. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte. 1200m. Native.
  193. Bulbophyllum stellatum Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 141; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 63. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte. 1200m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  194. Bulbophyllum subaequale Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 93; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 388. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. Native.
  195. Bulbophyllum superfluum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 26 (1929) 172. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Pampanga. Native.
  196. Bulbophyllum surigaense Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1934) 449; ≡ Cirrhopetalum surigaense (Ames & Quisumb.) W.Suarez, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 15(2) (2007) 18; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 83; Type: BS 84715 Quisumbing (AMES, holo), from cultivated material in Manila, provenance: Mindanao: Surigao, 1931. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, MINDORO. Native.
  197. Bulbophyllum tenuifolium (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 50; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 64; ≡ Diphyes tenuifolia Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 310. = Bulbophyllum chryseum (Kraenzl.) Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 54; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 380; ≡ Cirrhopetalum chryseum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 8 (1910) 97. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Singapore, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO (photos). Notes: Mtns of C Luzon. Epiphyte. 0-500m. Native.
  198. Bulbophyllum toppingii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 432; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 389. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet. Native.
  199. Bulbophyllum tortuosum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 50; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 64; ≡ Diphyes tortuosa Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 311. Distribution: Borneo, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Quezon, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphyte. 900m. Native.
  200. Bulbophyllum translucidum Kindler, R.Bustam. & Ferreras, Die Orchidee 2 (2016) 4; Type: Ferreras UF1071 (PNH, holo; PUH, CAHUP, iso), Mindanao: Agusan del Sur, Prosperidad, Lower Ognop Area, 8-Apr-2015. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan del Sur, SAMAR. Notes: 321m. Native.
  201. Bulbophyllum treschii Jenny, Orchid Digest 76 (2012) 151; ≡ Cirrhopetalum treschii (Jenny) Cootes, Orchids Austral. 32 (2020) 10. Distribution: Malay Peninsula, Philippines. Notes: P.B. Pelser (27-Feb-21): observed by in a large orchid nursery in Cavite and presumably collected in the Philippines (Cootes, pers. comm. 27-Feb-21). Native.
  202. Bulbophyllum trigonosepalum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 384; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 389; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 64. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphyte or lithophyte. 1000m. Native.
  203. Bulbophyllum tsekourioides M.Leon, Naive & Cootes, Die Orchidee 3 (2017) 12; Type: M.D. De Leon 012/2016 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan, 2100m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 2100m. Native.
  204. Bulbophyllum unguiculatum Rchb.f., Linnaea 22 (1849) 864. = Bulbophyllum reilloi Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 431; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 387. = Bulbophyllum coriaceum Ridl., Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4 (1894) 235. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, NEGROS (photos), PALAWAN. Native.
  205. Bulbophyllum uniflorum (Blume) Hassk., Cat. Hort. Bot. Bogor. (Hasskarl) (1844) 39; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 82; ≡ Ephippium uniflorum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 309. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphytic in forests. 600-1300m. Native.
  206. Bulbophyllum vagans Ames & Rolfe, PJS 2c (1907) 335; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 389; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 65. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Camarines, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Lanao, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 800-1400m. Native.
    • var. angustum Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 335; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 389. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Native.
    • var. vagans. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  207. Bulbophyllum vaginatum (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 261; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 82; ≡ Cirrhopetalum vaginatum Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 59; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 84. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte. 0-300m. Native.
  208. Bulbophyllum vermiculare Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 188. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi. PANAY. Native.
  209. Bulbophyllum vespertilio Ferreras & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 150; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 65. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Isabela. Notes: Epiphyte. 150m. Native.
  210. Bulbophyllum vinicolor Cabactulan, Cootes, Aurigue, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 8; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803008 (CAHUP073548, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1500m, 17-Feb-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1500m. Native.
  211. Bulbophyllum weberi Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 128; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 389; ≡ Cirrhopetalum weberi (Ames) Senghas, Orchideen (Schlechter), 3rd Ed. 1 (1983) 775; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 56; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 84. = Cirrhopetalum baucoense (Ames) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Nordic J. Bot. 14 (1994) 621; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 79; ≡ Bulbophyllum baucoense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 166. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic on tree trunks. 0-1500m. Native.
  212. Bulbophyllum williamsii A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 14 (1956) 93; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 66; ≡ Bulbophyllum caudatum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 99, nom. illeg., non Lindl. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Surigao. Notes: Epiphyte at c. 1000m. Native.
  213. Bulbophyllum woelfliae Garay, Senghas & K.Lemcke, J. Orchideenfr. 3 (1996) 37; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 66. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra. Notes: Epiphyte 1400-2000m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  214. Bulbophyllum zambalense Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 134; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 389. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Zambales. Native.
  215. Bulbophyllum zamboangense Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 433; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 390; ≡ Cirrhopetalum zamboangense (Ames) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist, Nordic J. Bot. 4 (1994) 621. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT (photos), MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga. Notes: 260m (photos). Native.

Possibly present

  1. Bulbophyllum trigonopus (Rchb.f.) P.T.Ong, Res. Pam. Forest Res. Inst. Federation of Malaya 136 (2017) 42; ≡ Cirrhopetalum trigonopus Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 16 (1881) 71. = Bulbophyllum abbreviatum (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f. ex Seidenf., Dansk Bot. Ark. 29 (1973) 73, nom. illeg., non Schltr.; ≡ Cirrhopetalum abbreviatum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 16 (1881) 70. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, ?Philippines, Thailand. ?LEYTE.

Calanthe R.Br.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 1 July 2026
  1. Calanthe alba W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 116; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 67. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon. Notes: Terrestrial. 1300m. Native.
  2. Calanthe amboinensis (Blume) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 161; ≡ Phaius amboinensis Blume, Mus. Bot. 2 (1856) 180; Ormerod, Taiwania 49 (2004) 178; Type: from Ambon. Distribution: Moluccas, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls. JOLO, NEGROS. Notes: 610-975m. Native.
  3. Calanthe angustifolia (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 251; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 333; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 68; ≡ Styloglossum angustifolium (Blume) T.Yukawa & P.J.Cribb, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 40 (2014) 147; ≡ Amblyglottis angustifolia Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 369; Type: from Java. Distribution: China, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Taiwan. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, MINDORO. Notes: Terrestrial. 2000(-?)m. Native.
  4. Calanthe borneensis (J.J.Sm.) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 161; ≡ Phaius borneensis J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 2 (1903) 61; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 178; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 203; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. MINDORO, PALAWAN. Native.
  5. Calanthe callosa (Blume) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 162; ≡ Phaius callosus (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1831) 128; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 203; ≡ Limodorum callosum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 374. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Sorsogon (photos), MINDANAO: Misamis Occidental (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN (photos). Native.
  6. Calanthe conspicua Lindl., Fol. Orchid. 6 (1855) 4; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 333; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 68. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LUZON: Albay, Camarines Sur (photos), Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial. 300-1000m. Native.
  7. Calanthe cootesii Naive, Taiwania 62 (2017) 331; Type: M.A. Naive 016/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kitanglad Mountain Range, Mt Maagnaw, 2645m, 15-Apr-2017. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 2600-2700m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Naive 2017). Native.
  8. Calanthe davaensis Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 422; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 333; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 68. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, Davao del Sur. Notes: Terrestrial. 2000m. Native.
  9. Calanthe furcata Bateman ex Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24 (1838) 28; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 334; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 69; Type: Cuming s.n. (Herb. J. Lindley). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BALABAC, CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Benguet, Camarines, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, Lanao, Misamis, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PANAY, POLILLO, SAMAR, SIBUTU, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Part of the Calanthe triplicata (Willem.) Ames species complex and considered doubtfully distinct by some. Terrestrial. (?-)150-350m (photos) to 2500m. Native.
  10. Calanthe halconensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 324; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 334; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 69; ≡ Styloglossum halconense (Ames) T.Yukawa & P.J.Cribb, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 40 (2014) 148. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: 700-1300m. Native.
  11. Calanthe jusnerii Boxall ex Náves, Fl. Filip., 3rd Ed. 4(Nov. App.) (1880) 247. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  12. Calanthe kooshunensis Fukuy., Rep. (Annual) Taihoku Bot. Gard. 3 (1933) 85; Chase et al., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 167. = Cephalantheropsis halconensis (Ames) S.S.Ying, Coloured Ill. Indig. Orchids Taiwan 3 (1988) 622; ≡ Phaius halconensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 323; Merrill, EPFP 3 (1923) 331; Type: Merrill 5513 (AMES, holo; K, NMNH, iso), Mindoro: Mt Halcon, 16-Nov-1906. = Cephalantheropsis calanthoides (Ames) T.S.Liu & H.J.Su, Fl. Taiwan, 1st Ed. 5 (1978) 918; ≡ Phaius calanthoides Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 153; Type: R.S. Williams 1947 (NY9150-9151, syn; AMES, NMNH, isosyn), Luzon: Benguet, Baguio, 25-Oct-1904; D.L. Topping 20 (syn). Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), SIBUYAN. Notes: Is Phaius calanthoides Ames a synonym of Cephalantheropsis longipes (Hook.f.) Ormerod instead (Lin et al. 2016)? Native.
  13. Calanthe lacerata Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 11; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 334; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 70. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Camarines Sur, Mountain Province, Quezon, MINDANAO: Zamboanga, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial. 1000-2500m. Native.
  14. Calanthe laciniata (Ormerod) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 163; ≡ Cephalantheropsis laciniata Ormerod, Orchid Digest 62 (1998) 157. Distribution: Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Vietnam. PALAWAN (photos). Notes: 1160m. Native.
  15. Calanthe longipes Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 195; Chase et al., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 167; ≡ Cephalantheropsis longipes (Hook.f.) Ormerod, Orchid Digest 62 (1998) 156; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 72; Type: from India. = Phaius mindorensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 324; Merrill, EPFP 3 (1923) 332; Type: Merrill 5612 (AMES, holo), Mindoro: Mt Halcon, 13-Nov-1906. Distribution: Bhutan, China, India, Japan, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Tibet, Vietnam. MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Terrestrial. 600-940m. Native.
  16. Calanthe lyonii (Ames) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 163; ≡ Phaius lyonii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 94; Merrill, EPFP 3 (1923) 332. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  17. Calanthe lyroglossa Rchb.f., Otia Bot. Hamburg. (1878) 53; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 334; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 70; ≡ Styloglossum lyroglossum (Rchb.f.) T.Yukawa & P.J.Cribb, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 40 (2014) 149; Type: Wilkes Expedition s.n. (GH, possible type), Luzon: Mt Mahahai (Mt Banahaw), 1838. Distribution: Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Bataan, Cagayan, Laguna, Rizal, Zambales, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial. 50-1100m. Native.
  18. Calanthe maquilingensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 97; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 334; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 70; ≡ Styloglossum maquilingense (Ames) T.Yukawa & P.J.Cribb, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 40 (2014) 149. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Rizal, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial. 600-1000m. Native.
  19. Calanthe mcgregorii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 325; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 334; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 70. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao de Oro (photos), Lanao, Misamis Occidental (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga del Sur (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, POLILLO. Notes: Part of the Calanthe triplicata (Willem.) Ames species complex and considered doubtfully distinct by some. 300-1250m (photos). Native.
  20. Calanthe mindorensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 325; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 334; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 71; Type: Merrill 5525, Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Part of the Calanthe triplicata (Willem.) Ames species complex and considered doubtfully distinct by some. Terrestrial. 700m. Native.
  21. Calanthe mishmensis (Lindl. & Paxton) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 163; ≡ Phaius mishmensis (Lindl. & Paxton) Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 43; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 204; ≡ Limatodis mishmensis Lindl. & Paxton, Paxton's Fl. Gard. 3 (1852) 36; Type: from India. Distribution: Bhutan, China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. Native.
  22. Calanthe nivalis Boxall ex Náves, Fl. Filip., 3rd Ed. 4(Nov. App.) (1880) 247. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  23. Calanthe obcordata (Lindl.) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 164; ≡ Cephalantheropsis obcordata (Lindl.) Ormerod, Orchid Digest 62 (1998) 157; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 72; ≡ Bletia obcordata Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1831) 123; Type: from Bangladesh. = Phaius ramosii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 96; ≡ Calanthe ramosii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 12. Distribution: China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Zambales, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos). Native.
  24. Calanthe philippinensis (N.E.Br.) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 164; ≡ Phaius philippinensis N.E.Br., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 6 (1889) 239; Merrill, EPFP 3 (1923) 332; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 204. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT (photos), LUZON: Camarines Sur (photos), Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Zambales, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur (photos), MINDORO. Native.
  25. Calanthe pulchra (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 250; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 335; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 71; ≡ Styloglossum pulchrum (Blume) T.Yukawa & P.J.Cribb, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 40 (2014) 150; ≡ Amblyglottis pulchra Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 371. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY (photos), SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Terrestrial. 100-800m to 1000m (photos). Native.
  26. Calanthe reflexipetala (J.J.Wood & Shim) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 164; ≡ Phaius reflexipetalus J.J.Wood & Shim, Orchids Borneo 1 (1994) 231; Salares et al., Phytotaxa 360 (2018) 260; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BASILAN (photos), CEBU, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental. Native.
  27. Calanthe rubens Ridl., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 7 (1890) 576; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 49; ≡ Preptanthe rubens (Ridl.) Ridl., Fl. Malay Penins. 4 (1924) 123. = Calanthe elmeri Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 155; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 333. Distribution: Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. BUSUANGA, LUZON: Abra, Benguet, Ilocos Sur, Mountain Province, PALAWAN, PANAY. Notes: Terrestrial. (?-)1800m. Native.
  28. Calanthe siargaoensis M.Leon, Naive & Cootes, Die Orchidee 3 (2017) 61; Type: M.D. De Leon 013/2016 (CMUH, holo), Siargao. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU (photos by Pelser & Barcelona), SIARGAO. Notes: Part of the Calanthe triplicata (Willem.) Ames species complex and considered doubtfully distinct by some. 30m. Native.
  29. Calanthe × sibuyanense Cootes & G.Tiong, OrchideenJ. 2013 (2013) 171. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Calanthe mindorensis × Calanthe triplicata (= Calanthe furcata?). Part of the Calanthe triplicata (Willem.) Ames species complex and considered doubtfully distinct by some. <400m class="">. Native.
  30. Calanthe speciosa (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 250; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 71; ≡ Styloglossum speciosum (Blume) T.Yukawa & P.J.Cribb, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 40 (2014) 150; ≡ Amblyglottis speciosa Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 371. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial. 100-1500m. Native.
  31. Calanthe stenocentron (Schltr.) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 165; ≡ Phaius stenocentron Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 68; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 28. = Phaius fragilis L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 102; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 204. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Camarines Sur (photos), Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao Oriental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: 1000-1500m (photos). Native.
  32. Calanthe tankervilleae (Banks) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 165; ≡ Phaius tankervilleae (Banks) Blume, Mus. Bot. 2 (1856) 177; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 205; ≡ Limodorum tankervilleae Banks, Sert. Angl. (1789) 28. = Phaius tankervilleae var. antoninae (P.Balzer) J.V.Stone & P.J.Cribb, Lady Tankerville's Legacy (2017) 103; ≡ Phaius antoninae P.Balzer, OrchideenJ. 2011 (2011) 62; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 203. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. BASILAN (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines Sur (photos), Mountain Province, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Sur (photos), Bukidnon (photos), Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PANAY (photos), SAMAR. Notes: 400-500m (photos) to 1050m. Native.
  33. Calanthe vestita Wall. ex Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 250; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 72; ≡ Preptanthe vestita (Wall. ex Lindl.) Rchb.f., Fl. Serres Jard. Eur. 8 (1853) 245; T.Yukawa & P.J.Cribb, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci., Ser. B, 40 (2014) 146. = Calanthe hennisii Loher, Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 46 (1909) 34; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 334; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 48; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 69. Distribution: Borneo, India, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, South Cotabato, NEGROS. Notes: 500-1000m. Native.
  34. Calanthe woodfordii (Hook.) M.W.Chase, Christenh. & Schuit., Phytotaxa 472 (2020) 166; ≡ Bletia woodfordii Hook., Bot. Mag. 54 (1827) t.2719. = Paraphaius flavus (Blume) J.W.Zhai, Z.J.Liu & F.W.Xing, Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 77 (2014) 221; ≡ Phaius flavus (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1831) 128; Merrill, EPFP 3 (1923) 331; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 179; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 204; ≡ Limodorum flavum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 375; Type: from Java. = Phaius linearifolius Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 10; Merrill, EPFP 3 (1923) 331; Type: Vanoverbergh 1288 (AMES, holo; AMES 2 sheets, L, NY 2 sheets, US, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, growing in brooks, 1650m, 28-Jun-1911. Distribution: Bhutan, China, India, Japan, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Benguet, Cagayan, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), MINDORO, PANAY. Notes: 1650m. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Calanthe masuca (D.Don) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 249; ≡ Bletia masuca D.Don, Prodr. Fl. Nepal. (1825) 30; Type: from Nepal. Distribution: Borneo, China, India, Japan, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Madagascar, Malay Peninsula, Nepal, ?Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. ?PALAWAN. Notes: Photos by Jose Edgar and Jonah van Beijnen possibly represent this species.
  2. Calanthe rosea (Lindl.) Benth., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 18 (1880) 309; ≡ Limatodis rosea Lindl., Paxton's Fl. Gard. 3 (1852) 35. Distribution: Myanmar, ?Philippines, Thailand. ?LUZON.

Ceratocentron Senghas (Endemic)

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 18 August 2017
  1. Ceratocentron fesselii Senghas, Orchidee (Hamburg) 40 (1989) 90; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 49; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 73. = Tuberolabium calcaratum T.Hashim., Ann. Tsukuba Bot. Gard. 10 (1991) 33. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1000m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.

Ceratostylis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 3 January 2025
  1. Ceratostylis caespitosa L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 96; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 73. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphyte, c. 500m. Native.
  2. Ceratostylis dataensis Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 151; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 317. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, PANAY. Native.
  3. Ceratostylis elmeri Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 49; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 317; Type: Elmer 11358 (AMES), Mindanao: Davao, Mt Apo, Aug-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Native.
  4. Ceratostylis heterophylla W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 76(4) (2011) 52; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 74. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province (photos), Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte. 1200-1500m. Native.
  5. Ceratostylis incognita J.T.Atwood & Beckner, Selbyana 19 (1999) 265; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 50; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 74. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic, usually in very brightly lit spots, 750-1500m. Native.
  6. Ceratostylis latipetala Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 671; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 317; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 74. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao, Misamis, Zamboanga, PANAY. Notes: Epiphyte, c. 1400m. Synonym of Ceratostylis retisquama Rchb.f.? Native.
  7. Ceratostylis loheri L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 97; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 75. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. Notes: Epiphyte, c. 800m. Native.
  8. Ceratostylis mindanaensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 51; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 317. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  9. Ceratostylis philippinensis Rolfe ex Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 79; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 317; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 75. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Camarines, Camarines Sur, Ilocos Norte, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphyte 60-800m. Native.
  10. Ceratostylis pristina M.Leon, Naive & Cootes, Phytotaxa 305 (2017) 299; Type: M.D. De Leon 007/2016 (CMUH 00010858, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan Mountain Range, epiphytic in montane forest with open canopy, 21-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur (photos), Misamis Occidental (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos). Notes: 1200m. Native.
  11. Ceratostylis ramosa Ames & Rolfe, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 149; Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 323; Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 149; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 318; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 75; Enriquez et al., Fl. Plants Mt. Apo Natural Park (2024) 86. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Mountain Province, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 500-1600m. Native.
  12. Ceratostylis retisquama Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 53; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 318; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 51; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 75; Type: Cuming 2152 (L), Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Ilocos Norte, Quezon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Davao del Sur (photos), Misamis Occidental. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-500m. Native.
  13. Ceratostylis rubra Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 670; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 318. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur (photos), Lanao del Sur. Notes: Synonym of Ceratostylis retisquama Rchb.f.? Native.
  14. Ceratostylis senilis Rchb.f., Otia Bot. Hamburg. (1878) 54; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 318; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 51; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 76. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphytic in brightly-lit sites at c. 1000m. Native.
  15. Ceratostylis subulata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 306; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 318; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 52; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 76. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Camarines Sur, Ifugao, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Cotabato (photos), Davao, Davao del Sur (photos), Lanao del Sur, South Cotabato, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, MINDORO, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 2100m. Native.
  16. Ceratostylis wenzelii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 421; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 319; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 76. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Davao, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Epiphyte, 60-800m. Native.

Cestichis Thouars

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 3 January 2020
  1. Cestichis halconensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 321; Ormerod et al., Harvard Papers in Botany 24 (2019) 281; ≡ Liparis halconensis (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 313; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 176; Type: Merrill 5799 (AMES, holo; K, iso), Mindoro: Mt Halcon, 8-Nov-1906. = Liparis viridicallus Holttum, Gard. Bull. Singapore 14 (1953) 4; Type: from Malaysia. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. CEBU (photos), LUZON: Ifugao, Quezon (photos), Rizal, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PANAY. Notes: Terrestrial or lithophyte. 400-1525m. Native.

Chamaeanthus Schltr.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 30 December 2019
  1. Chamaeanthus wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 200; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 404; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 76; Type: Wenzel 110 (GH, holo; AMES, K, MO, iso), Leyte. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LEYTE, LUZON: Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Cotabato, Davao, POLILLO. Notes: Epiphyte, low elevation. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Chamaeanthus brachystachys Schltr., Orch. Java (1905) 552; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 82. Distribution: Borneo, Java, ?Philippines, Thailand.

Cheirostylis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 2 June 2024
  1. Cheirostylis chinensis Rolfe, Ann. Bot. (Oxford) 9 (1895) 158; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 77. = Cheirostylis philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 59; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 275; Type: from Taiwan. = Cheirostylis taiwanensis Yamam., J. Soc. Trop. Agric. 5 (1933) 54; Type: from Taiwan. Distribution: China, Hong Kong, Myanmar, Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam. LUZON: Benguet, Kalinga, Quezon, Rizal (photos), MINDANAO: Lanao del Norte (photos), NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: In mountainous regions at 300-900 m. Native.
  2. Cheirostylis octodactyla Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 314; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 275; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 77; Type: Merrill 5834 (AMES, holo; K, iso), Mindoro: Mt Halcon, 22-Nov-1906. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam. LUZON: Benguet (photos), Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, MINDORO. Notes: Terrestrial, 1500-2700m. Native.

Chelonistele Pfitzer

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 2 November 2016
  1. Chelonistele sulphurea (Blume) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 137; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 78; ≡ Chelonanthera sulphurea Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 384; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 52. Distribution: LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines Sur, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Cotabato, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PALAWAN. Native.
    • var. sulphurea. = Coelogyne ramosii Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 90; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 282. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Cotabato, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: According to Cootes (2001) recorded from thoughout Mindanao. Epiphytic, 600-2700m. Native.

Chiloschista Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 15 April 2026

Possibly present

  1. Chiloschista sp. Distribution: ?Philippines. ?LUZON: ?Mountain Province. Notes: A plant in cultivation and of unknown origin might represent this genus in the Philippines (Raab Bustamante, pers. comm., 9-Feb-24). A species has also been photographed in Mountain Province.

Chrysoglossum Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 1 July 2026
  1. Chrysoglossum ornatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 337; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 78; Type: from Java. Distribution: Bhutan, Cambodia, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Nepal, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. CEBU, LUZON: Benguet (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial. 900m to 1376m (photos). Native.

Cionisaccus Breda

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 15 September 2020
  1. Cionisaccus procera (Ker Gawl.) M.C.Pace, Brittonia 72 (2020) 263; ≡ Goodyera procera (Ker Gawl.) Hook., Exot. Fl. 1 (1823) t.39; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 163; ≡ Neottia procera Ker Gawl., Bot. Reg. 8 (1822) t.639; Type: from Nepal. = Goodyera philippinensis (Ames) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 392; ≡ Epipactis philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 60; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 271; Type: Topping 502 (AMES, holo; AMES, iso), Luzon: Laguna, Pagsanjan, 1904. Throughout much of Asia. Distribution: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Java, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Cavite, Laguna, Mountain Province, Zambales, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PANAY. Notes: Reasonably common in Luzon. 100-1100m. Native.

Claderia Hook.f.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 10 July 2018

Incertae sedis

  1. Claderia sp.; Schuiteman, Kew Bulletin 67 (2012) 571-573. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON. Notes: Only known from a single specimen: Loher 2151 (K). Conservation status: Possibly Extinct (Schuiteman 2012). Native.

Cleisostoma Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 7 March 2025
  1. Cleisostoma aikoae Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 131; Type: Schneider s.n. NSW907364 (NSW, holo), Mindoro: Mount Thimble, c. 600m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Native.
  2. Cleisostoma duplicilobum (J.J.Sm.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 171; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 85; ≡ Garayanthus duplicilobus (J.J.Sm.) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 136; ≡ Sarcanthus duplicilobus J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 13 (1907) 64. Distribution: Borneo, India, Java, Laos, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte 500-2000m. Native.
  3. Cleisostoma sagittatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 363; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 85. = Sarcanthus malleifer J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 89; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 437. Distribution: Java, Philippines, Sumatra. LUZON: Bulacan (photos), MINDANAO: Agusan, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte, up to 1000m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  4. Cleisostoma subulatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 363; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 55; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 85; ≡ Sarcanthus subulatus (Blume) Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 41. = Cleisostoma dealbatum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29(Misc.) (1843) 5; ≡ Sarcanthus dealbatus (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1864) 892; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 436. = Cleisostoma iloconense Calaramo, Cootes & Palting, Die Orchidee 2 (2016) 2; Type: HNUL009002 (holo), Luzon: Kalinga-Apayao, Solsona. Distribution: Borneo, India, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. BALABAC, BANCALAN, BASILAN, BUSUANGA, CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Bulacan, Ilocos Norte, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao, Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao, MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR, SULU ARCHIPELAGO, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Epiphytic in partially shaded to fully exposed sites, up to 300m. Native.
  5. Cleisostoma uraiense (Hayata) Garay & H.R.Sweet, Orchids S. Ryukyu Islands (1974) 156; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 85; ≡ Sarcanthus uraiensis Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 8 (1919) 130; Type: from Taiwan. = Sarcanthus micranthus Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 250; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 437. Distribution: Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. BASILAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Camarines, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, Lanao, Zamboanga, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte, up to 900m. Native.
  6. Cleisostoma williamsonii (Rchb.f.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 175; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 86; ≡ Sarcanthus williamsonii Rchb.f., Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 21 (1865) 353. = Cleisostoma weberi (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 175; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 57; ≡ Sarcanthus weberi Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 252; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 437; Type: Weber 252 (AMES), Mindanao: Davao, epiphytic on mangrove trees in tidal swamp, 7-Sep-1911. Distribution: Borneo, China, Hong Kong, India, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Bataan, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, Misamis Oriental (photos), South Cotabato, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 300m. Native.

Excluded

  1. Cleisostoma racemiferum (Lindl.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 173; Ormerod et al., Harvard Papers in Botany 27 (2022) 62; ≡ Saccolabium racemiferum Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 224; Type: from India. = Cleisostoma striolatum (Rchb.f.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 175; ≡ Sarcanthus striolatus Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 18 (1882) 168; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 437; Type: Low & Co s.n. (W-R, holo), Philippines: Jun-1882. Distribution: Bhutan, China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, Vietnam. Notes: Ormerod et al. (2022) explain that the type of Sarcanthus striolatus Rchb.f. did not come from the Philippines and that this taxon is not found in the Philippines.

Coelogyne Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 23 August 2026
  1. Coelogyne aborta (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 100; ≡ Dendrochilum abortum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 310; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 17; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 72; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 126; ≡ Acoridium abortum Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 68; Type: Loher 14694 (AMES, holo; L, P, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Sep-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic. 1200m. Native.
  2. Coelogyne aculeata M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 100; ≡ Dendrochilum apiculatum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 331; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 60; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 42; ≡ Pseudacoridium apiculatum (Ames) Szlach. & Marg., Polish Bot. J. 46 (2001) 114; ≡ Acoridium apiculatum Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 70; Type: Loher s.n. (AMES, holo), Luzon: Rizal, Guiniuisan, Jan-1913 (15-Nov-1912 according to Loher’s handwritten field notes attached to the type sheet). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Rizal. Native.
  3. Coelogyne affinis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 101; ≡ Dendrochilum affine Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 95; ≡ Acoridium affine (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 284; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 22; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 106. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan. Native.
  4. Coelogyne alvinlokii P.O'Byrne & J.J.Verm., Orchid Rev. 114 (2006) 170; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 86; Type: SBGO 5504 (SING, holo), Mindanao. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), SAMAR (photos). Notes: Epiphyte at medium elevation. 375m (photos). Native.
  5. Coelogyne amesiana (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 101; ≡ Dendrochilum amesianum H.A.Pedersen, Nordic J. Bot. 15 (1996) 381; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 43; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 166; Type: University of San Carlos 784 (L, holo), Mindanao: Surigao del Sur, Aras-asan, logging area between 25-250m, 5-Dec-1975. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Surigao del Sur. Notes: Fl. May. 25-250m. Native.
  6. Coelogyne anfracta (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 101; ≡ Dendrochilum anfractum (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 118; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 59; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 41; ≡ Pseudacoridium anfractum (Ames) Szlach. & Marg., Polish Bot. J. 46 (2001) 114; ≡ Acoridium anfractum Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 148; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 284; Type: Merrill 4482 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Mt Data, 2150m, 20-Oct-1905. = Dendrochilum anfractum var. anfractoides (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1951) 330; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 59-60; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 41; ≡ Pseudacoridium anfractoides (Ames) Szlach. & Marg., Polish Bot. J. 46 (2001) 114; ≡ Acoridium anfractoides (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 284; ≡ Dendrochilum anfractoides Ames, Orchidaceae 3 (1908) 13; Type: FB 4311 Mearns (PNH, holo, lost), Luzon: Benguet. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, MINDORO. Notes: 1220-2165(-2450?)m. Native.
  7. Coelogyne apoensis (T.Hashim.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 102; ≡ Dendrochilum apoense T.Hashim., J. Jap. Bot. 56 (1981) 335; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 33; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 125; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 126; Type: Hashimoto s.n. (TNS, holo), Mindanao: Davao, Mt Apo, near the Forestry Development (presumably Bureau of Forest Development) office. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic. 1500-2500m. Native.
  8. Coelogyne arachnites (Rchb.f.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 102; ≡ Dendrochilum arachnites Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 17 (1882) 256; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 292; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 96; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 43; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 149; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 126; ≡ Acoridium arachnites (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 12 (1904) 219; Type: Low s.n. (W, Herb. Rchb.f. 49028 pro parte, holo), Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Cotabato (photos), Davao, Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, mostly in mossy cloud forest, Fl. Jan-Jul, Sep-Dec. 500-2600m. Native.
  9. Coelogyne aspera (L.O.Williams) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 102; ≡ Dendrochilum asperum L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 309; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 17; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 65; ≡ Acoridium exasperatum Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 21; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 285; Type: BS 42338 Ramos (AMES, holo; P, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Mt Lumutan, 1200m, Apr-1923. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Rizal. Notes: Mossy forests, Fl. Apr-May. 1200m. Native.
  10. Coelogyne asperata Lindl., J. Hort. Soc. London 4 (1849) 221; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 280; Quisumb., Philip. Orchid Rev. (1951) 9; S.E.C. Sierra et al., Blumea 45 (2000) 289; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 58; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 87. Distribution: Bismarck Arch, Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sulawesi, Sumatra. BASILAN, BILIRAN, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon, Davao de Oro (photos), Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, NEGROS, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic on trunks and big branches of trees, lithophytic or terrestrial. Lowland and montane forests, in partial shade to quite exposed, often along creeks, near sea level to 500m. Native.
  11. Coelogyne augustii M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 102; ≡ Dendrochilum loheri Ames, Orchidaceae 3 (1908) 12; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 18; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 61; ≡ Acoridium loheri (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 286; Type: Loher 461A (US, holo; AMES, P, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Mt Data. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: Fl. Feb, May. 1600-2100m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  12. Coelogyne auricularis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 103; ≡ Dendrochilum auriculare Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 595; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 33; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 121; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 96; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 127; ≡ Acoridium auriculare (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 284; Type: BS 5818 Ramos & Edaño (AMES, holo), Luzon: Benguet, Dec-1908. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Benguet, Ifugao, Nueva Ecija (photos), Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic in the mossy forests, Fl. Sep-Oct, Dec-Feb. 1500-2500m. Native.
  13. Coelogyne banksii (Cootes) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 103; ≡ Dendrochilum banksii Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 74(4) (2009) 13; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 127. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna. Notes: Epiphytic. 500m. Native.
  14. Coelogyne benguetensis M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 103; ≡ Dendrochilum graminifolium (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 114; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 18; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 73; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 132; ≡ Acoridium graminifolium Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 144; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 285; Type: Merrill 4764 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, iso), Luzon: Benguet, between Suyoc and Pauai, 2000m, Oct/Nov-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Batangas, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Forests (usually mossy), Fl. Mar, Oct-Jan. 700-2450m. Native.
  15. Coelogyne bigibbosa (J.J.Sm.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 103. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: 200-1885m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
    • var. bigibbosa. = Dendrochilum kingii (Hook.f.) J.J.Sm., Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl. 1 (1904) 76; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 41; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 142; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 132; ≡ Platyclinis kingii Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 5 (1890) 708; Type: from Peninsular Malaysia, Perak. = Dendrochilum palawanense Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 103; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 295; Type: BS 553 Foxworthy (AMES, holo; K, iso), Palawan: Palawan, Puerto Princesa, Mt Pulgar (Thumb Peak), in mossy scrub, 1250m, 2-Mar-1906. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy scrub or terrestrial, Fl. Mar-May. 200-1885m. Native.
  16. Coelogyne bilamellata Lindl., Fol. Orchid. 5 (1854) 14; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 281; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 59; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 87. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Pampanga, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Cotabato, South Cotabato, Surigao, Zamboanga. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic in forest, up to 1000m in Mindanao. Native.
  17. Coelogyne binuangensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 103; ≡ Dendrochilum binuangense Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 281; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 17; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 69; ≡ Acoridium binuangense (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 284; Type: BS 28620 Ramos & Edaño (AMES, holo; BM, K, NY, P, SING, US, W, iso), Luzon: Quezon, Mt Binuang, epiphytic, 500m, 27-May-1917. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon. Notes: Known only from the type collection. 500m. Native.
  18. Coelogyne bontocensis M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 104; ≡ Dendrochilum vanoverberghii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 27; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 25; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 102; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 109; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 143; ≡ Acoridium vanoverberghii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 82; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 290; Type: Vanoverbergh 1046 (AMES, lecto; A, PNH lost, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Nov/Dec-1910. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forests, Fl. Jan, Feb, Nov/Dec. 2000m. Native.
  19. Coelogyne bracteosa (Rchb.f.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 104; ≡ Dendrochilum longifolium Rchb.f., Bonplandia 4 (1856) 329; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 51-52; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 155; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 102; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 134; ≡ Acoridium longifolium (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 12 (1904) 220. = Dendrochilum clemensiae Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 109; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 292; Type: M.S. Clemens 642 (PNH, holo, lost; photo of the holotype, together with syntype, M.S. Clemens s.n., in AMES), Mindanao: Lanao del Sur, Camp Keithley, along Lake Lanao, Jul-1906. Distribution: Bismarck Arch, Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. ?LUZON: ?Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Lanao del Sur, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic, Fl. May, Jul, Sep-Oct. 600-2200m. Native.
  20. Coelogyne candoonensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 18; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 281; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 87. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Misamis Oriental. Notes: Epiphyte in forest. 400-600m (photos) to 1500(-?)m. Native.
  21. Coelogyne charisae (Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 105; ≡ Dendrochilum charisae Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 11; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803011 (CAHUP073551, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1400m, 2-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1400m. Native.
  22. Coelogyne chloroptera Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 19 (1883) 466; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 281; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 59; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 88. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Pangasinan, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Cotabato (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), MINDORO, ?NEGROS, PANAY (photos). Notes: According to Cootes, a specimen from Negros Oriental (Cuernos Mts) may a misidentified Coelogyne confusa Ames. Epiphytic or epilithic, 1000-1530m. Fairly common in Luzon. Native.
  23. Coelogyne cinnabarina (Pfitzer) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 105; ≡ Dendrochilum cinnabarinum Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 104; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 22; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 94; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 127; ≡ Acoridium cinnabarinum (Pfitzer) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 285; Type: Loher 461 (K, holo; P, US, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Mt Data. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 1600-2930m. Native.
    • var. cinnabarina. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forest, Fl. Oct. 1980m. Native.
    • var. sanguineum (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 105; ≡ Dendrochilum var. sanguineum (Ames) H.A.Pedersen, Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 22; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 95; ≡ Dendrochilum sanguineum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 323; ≡ Acoridium sanguineum Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 72; Type: Boettcher s.n. (AMES, holo; BM, K, L, NY, P, SING, US, W, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Pulag, Jun-1918. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic in the mossy forest, also bordering open grassland. Fl. Jan-Mar, May-Jul. 2300-2930m. Native.
  24. Coelogyne clowesiae (Cootes & G.Tiong) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 106; ≡ Dendrochilum clowesiae Cootes & G.Tiong, OrchideenJ. 2014 (2014) 122; Type: V. Clowes s.n. (NSW821681, holo), cult. in Australia from Luzon: Aurora. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora. Notes: Epiphyte. 1000m. Native.
  25. Coelogyne cobbiana (Rchb.f.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 106; ≡ Dendrochilum cobbianum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 14 (1880) 748; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 292; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 44; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 169; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 96; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 127; ≡ Acoridium cobbianum (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 12 (1904) 220; Type: Boxall/cult. Cobb s.n. (W-Herb. Rchb.f. 29679), Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao, Davao Oriental (photos), Davao de Oro (photos), MINILOC, NEGROS (photos). Notes: One of the most commonly cultivated species of the genus. Exposed sites, epiphytic or lithophytic (sometimes possibly terrestrial), Fl. Apr-Jun, ?Jul, Aug-Dec. 1200-2500m. Native.
  26. Coelogyne coccinea (H.A.Pedersen & Gravend.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 106; ≡ Dendrochilum coccineum H.A.Pedersen & Gravend., Blumea 49 (2004) 356; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 128; Enriquez et al., Fl. Plants Mt. Apo Natural Park (2024) 99. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao del Sur (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 1000-1800m. Native.
  27. Coelogyne confusa Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 49; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 281; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 88; Type: BS 14430 Ramos, Camiguin. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic or epilithic at low elevation. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  28. Coelogyne convallariiformis (Schauer) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 106; ≡ Dendrochilum convallariiforme Schauer, Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 19(Suppl. 1) (1843) 429; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 293; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 33-34; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 130; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 97; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 128; Type: Meyen s.n. (W, holo?; Herb. Lindl. at K, iso; drawing and note in Herb. Rchb.f. 49007, pro parte at W), Philippines, 1831. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MASBATE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Davao del Sur, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. 300-1915m. Native.
    • var. convallariiformis. = Dendrochilum bicallosum Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 117; Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 317; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 292; Type: Merrill 5812 (AMES, holo; K, US, iso), Mindoro: Mindoro Oriental, Mt Halcon, epiphyte on ridge forest, 2500ft (762m), 22-Nov-1906. = Dendrochilum bistortum (H.Wendl. & Kraenzl.) J.J.Sm., Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl. 1 (1904) 64; ≡ Acoridium bistortum (H.Wendl. & Kraenzl.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 12 (1904) 220; ≡ Platyclinis bistorta H.Wendl. & Kraenzl., Xenia Orchid. 3 (1900) 169; Type: Sander s.n. (HBG, holo; K, iso), Masbate (‘Maschate’ in original publ.). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MASBATE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic in (sometimes mossy) forest. Fl. Oct-Dec. 300-1915m. Native.
    • var. minor (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 106; ≡ Dendrochilum var. minor (Ames) H.A.Pedersen, Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 34; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 132; ≡ Dendrochilum bicallosum var. minor Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 118; Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 317, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Type: Merrill 5663 (PNH, holo, lost), Mindoro: Mindoro Oriental, Mt Halcon. = Acoridium confusum (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 285; ≡ Dendrochilum confusum Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 41; Type: BS 5640 Curran (AMES, holo; K, iso), Luzon: Laguna, Mt Makiling, Nov-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Sorsogon, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic in forests. Fl. Feb, Nov. 700-830m. Native.
  29. Coelogyne cootesii (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 107; ≡ Dendrochilum cootesii H.A.Pedersen, Lindleyana 12 (1997) 205; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 98; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 128; ≡ Pseudacoridium cootesii (H.A.Pedersen) Szlach. & Marg., Polish Bot. J. 46 (2001) 114. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ifugao, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Cloud forest edges on mossy tree trunks and branches, epiphytic. 1200-2000m. Native.
  30. Coelogyne copelandii (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 107; ≡ Dendrochilum copelandii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 115; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 293; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 34; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 129; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 129; ≡ Acoridium copelandii Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 153; Type: Copeland s.n. (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Mindanao: Zamboanga, 1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Zamboanga. Notes: Epiphytic. 800m. Native.
  31. Coelogyne cordata (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 107; ≡ Dendrochilum cordatum H.A.Pedersen, Lindleyana 16 (2001) 231; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 129. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON. Notes: Epiphytic. 2000m. Native.
  32. Coelogyne crocea (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 107; ≡ Dendrochilum croceum H.A.Pedersen, Orchid Rev. 113 (2005) 286; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 129. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Quezon (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 750m. Native.
  33. Coelogyne curranii (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 108; ≡ Dendrochilum curranii Ames, Orchidaceae 3 (1908) 15; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 22; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 98; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 98; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 130; Enriquez et al., Fl. Plants Mt. Apo Natural Park (2024) 101; ≡ Acoridium curranii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 285; Type: BS 3077 Curran (AMES, lecto; AMES, K, iso), Luzon: Laguna, Mt Makiling, Jan-1908. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Benguet, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental, ?Davao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic. 600-2000m. Native.
  34. Coelogyne cymbiformis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 108; ≡ Dendrochilum cymbiforme Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 41; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 293; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 45; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 177; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 99; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 130; Type: BS 7133 Ramos (AMES, lecto; K, US, iso), Luzon: Abra, Mt Bawagan. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra, Apayao, Ifugao, Kalinga. Notes: Mossy forests, pendant epiphyte from the lower branches and overhanging trunks, Fl. Jan and/or Feb, Mar-Apr. 1665-2010m. Native.
  35. Coelogyne datensis M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 108; ≡ Dendrochilum merrillii (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 119; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 37; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 146; ≡ Acoridium merrillii Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 151; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 287; Type: Merrill 4585 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Mt Data, Nov-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: Epiphytic, Fl. Jun, Aug-Oct. 2100-2545m. Native.
  36. Coelogyne derekcabactulanii (M.Leon, Cootes & R.B.Pimentel) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 108; ≡ Dendrochilum derekcabactulanii M.Leon, Cootes & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 12; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803012 (CAHUP073552, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1400m, 2-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: P.B. Pelser (7-Oct-20): Probably conspecific with Coelogyne tortilis (T. Sanders, pers. comm. 5-Oct-20). 1400m. Native.
  37. Coelogyne diabloviridis (Cootes & R.Boos) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 109; ≡ Dendrochilum diabloviride Cootes & R.Boos, OrchideenJ. 2013 (2013) 3; Type: Boos 02/2011 (PUH, holo), Samar. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. SAMAR. Notes: 400m. Native.
  38. Coelogyne ecallosa (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 109; ≡ Dendrochilum ecallosum Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 282; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 293; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 35; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 134; Type: BS 30240 Ramos (AMES, holo; K, iso), Catanduanes: Mt Mariguidon, epiphytic in forest, 140m, 14-Nov to 11-Dec-1917. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES. Notes: An unlocalized specimen, BS 78885 Quisumbing, recorded in flower in Jan. Forest epiphyte, Fl. Nov-Dec. 140m. Native.
  39. Coelogyne ecucullata (Naive, R.Boos, M.Leon & Cootes) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 109; ≡ Dendrochilum ecucullatum Naive, R.Boos, M.Leon & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 57; Type: M.D. De Leon 004/2016 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan Mountain Range, 21-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur (photos), Misamis Oriental. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  40. Coelogyne edanoi (Quisumb.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 109; ≡ Dendrochilum edanoi Quisumb., PJS 66 (1938) 141; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 46; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 153; Type: BS 77914 Edaño (A, holo; K, iso), Palawan: Mt Gantung summit, 5500ft (1676m), 8-May-1929. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Notes: Known only from the type collection. 1676m. Native.
  41. Coelogyne elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1556; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 281. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Davao del Sur. Notes: Up to 1300m. Native.
  42. Coelogyne emmae M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 110; ≡ Dendrochilum elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1558; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 37; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 138; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 130; ≡ Acoridium elmeri (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 285; Type: Elmer 10635 (AMES, holo; AMES, NY, iso), Mindanao: Davao del Sur, Mt Apo, Todaya, 2300m, May-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic in the mosy forest. Fl. May-Sep. 2300-2465m. Native.
  43. Coelogyne ewae (R.Boos, Cootes & W.Suarez) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 110; ≡ Dendrochilum ewae R.Boos, Cootes & W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2014 (2014) 124; Type: R. Boos s.n. (NSW821686, holo), cult., Samar, 26-Jun-2014. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. SAMAR. Notes: Epiphyte. 400m. Native.
  44. Coelogyne exigua (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 110; ≡ Dendrochilum exiguum (Ames) H.A.Pedersen, Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 60; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 38; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 130; ≡ Pseudacoridium exiguum Ames, Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 9 (1940) 45; Type: PNH 5174 Alcasid & Edaño (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Luzon: Aurora, summit of Mt Camatis, c. 1750m, May-1939. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forests. 1500-1750m. Native.
  45. Coelogyne exilis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 110; ≡ Dendrochilum exile Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 84; Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 317, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 23; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 108; ≡ Acoridium exile (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 285; Type: Merrill 5721 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, lecto; K, SING, US, isolecto), Mindoro: Mindoro Oriental, Mt Halcon, 2075m, 15-Nov-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Apparently only known from the type collection. Epiphytic, Fl. Nov. 2075m. Native.
  46. Coelogyne eximia (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 110; ≡ Dendrochilum eximium (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 327; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 23; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 100; ≡ Acoridium eximium Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 70; Type: Loher 13221 (AMES, holo; PNH, lost, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Montalban, Mt Paningtingan. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. Notes: Thus far known only from a few collections made by Loher at the general vicinity of the type locality. Fl. Sep. Native.
  47. Coelogyne filiformis (Lindl.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 110; ≡ Dendrochilum filiforme Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.) (1840) 52; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 293; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 46; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 170; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 99; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 131; Type: Cuming/cult. Bateman s.n. (K-Herb. Lindley, holo), Luzon. = Dendrochilum filiforme var. ramosii (Ames) L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 49; ≡ Dendrochilum ramosii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 410; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 295; Type: BS 15003 Ramos (AMES, holo; K, iso), Luzon: Laguna, San Antonio, Jun-1912. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE (photos), LUZON: Benguet, Cagayan, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, NEGROS, SAMAR. Notes: One of the most commonly cultivated Dendrochilum species. Epiphytic in forests, Fl. Feb-Jul, Sep-Aug & Nov as well in cultivated plants. 665-2250m. Native.
  48. Coelogyne fluctuata M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 111; ≡ Dendrochilum undulatum H.A.Pedersen, Orchid Rev. 115 (2007) 225; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 142. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Nueva Ecija, ?Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Raab Bustamante (pers. comm., 5-May-21): this species has been reported as growing in Nueva Vizcaya, but it is more likely that this is actually Nueva Ecija. Epiphytic. 1200m. Native.
  49. Coelogyne foxworthyi (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 111; ≡ Dendrochilum foxworthyi Ames, Orchidaceae 3 (1908) 8; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 18; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 48; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 131; ≡ Acoridium foxworthyi (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 285; Type: BS 2542 Foxworthy (AMES, lecto; K, SING, US, iso), Luzon: Pampanga, Mt Pinatubo, 1800m, Apr-1907. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Pampanga, Quezon, Zambales. Notes: Mossy forests. 1800-2402m. Conservation status: Vulnerable (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  50. Coelogyne geigeri (Cootes, Cabactulan, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 111; ≡ Dendrochilum geigeri Cootes, Cabactulan, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 9; Type: M.D. De Leon 006/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 9-Dec-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 840m. Native.
  51. Coelogyne glumacea (Lindl.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 112; ≡ Dendrochilum glumaceum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.) (1841) 23; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 293; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 37; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 150; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 100; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 131; ≡ Acoridium glumaceum (Lindl.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 12 (1904) 220; Type: Cuming, cult. Loddiges s.n. (K-Herb. Lindl., holo), Philippines. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BILIRAN, CATANDUANES, CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Aurora, Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Isabela, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Sometimes very common. Epiphytic (occasionally lithophytic) in (usually mossy) forest, Fl. Jan-Jun, Aug-Dec. (30-)500-2330m. Native.
  52. Coelogyne graciliscapa (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 112; ≡ Dendrochilum graciliscapum (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 99; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 36; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 126; ≡ Acoridium graciliscapum Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 152; Type: Copeland 1019 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, US, iso), Mindanao: Davao del Sur, trail to Mt Apo, 1650m. = Dendrochilum cucullatum (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 98; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 293; ≡ Acoridium cucullatum Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 153; Type: Copeland s.n. (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Mindanao: Davao, Mt Apo, 1800m, on mossy trees, 11-Apr-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, South Cotabato. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forests, Fl. Mar-May, Jul, Sep-Nov. 1650-2465m. Native.
  53. Coelogyne hampelii (Sulistyo, Gravend., R.Boos & Cootes) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 113; ≡ Dendrochilum hampelii Sulistyo, Gravend., R.Boos & Cootes, PhytoKeys 56 (2015) 91; Type: Perry 490 (L, holo). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  54. Coelogyne hastata (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 113; ≡ Dendrochilum hastatum Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 99; Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 317, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 36; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 123; ≡ Acoridium hastatum (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 285; Type: Merrill 5759 (AMES, lecto; BO, K, SING, US, iso), Mindoro: Mindoro Oriental, Mt Halcon, 15-Nov-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province, MINDORO, PANAY. Notes: Terrestrial and epiphytic on bases of trees in ridge forests, Fl. Apr, Jun, Nov. 1440-2050m. Native.
  55. Coelogyne hutchinsoniana (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 113; ≡ Dendrochilum hutchinsonianum Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 96; Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 317, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 23; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 102; ≡ Acoridium hutchinsonianum (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81, as 'hutchinsonii'; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 286; Type: Merrill 5813 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, lecto; K, US, isolecto), Mindoro: Mindoro Oriental, Mt Halcon, 2660m, 20-Nov-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Known only from the type collection. Exposed ridge in dense mossy thickets, terrestrial as well as epiphytic, Fl. Nov. 2660m. Native.
  56. Coelogyne ignisiflora (M.N.Tamayo & R.Bustam.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 113; ≡ Dendrochilum ignisiflorum M.N.Tamayo & R.Bustam., Phytotaxa 455 (2020) 241; Type: M.N. Tamayo 0196 (PNH, holo; NLUH, PUH, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Bokod, Mt Komkompol (UARBRR), 2300m, 8-Mar-2020. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet. Notes: 2300m. Conservation status: Vulnerable (Tamayo et al. 2020). DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  57. Coelogyne integerrima Ames, PJS 4c (1910) 665; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 281; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 88. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Quezon. Notes: Epiphyte, 1750-2450m. Native.
  58. Coelogyne irigensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 114; ≡ Dendrochilum irigense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 58; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 23; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 106; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 132; ≡ Acoridium irigense (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 286; Type: F. Santos s.n. (AMES, lecto; BM, BO, K, GH, NY, P, SING, US, W, iso; drawing at GH), Luzon: Camarines Sur, Mt Iriga, Dec-1913. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines Sur, Laguna, Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic, Fl. Nov-Dec. 500-1665m. Native.
  59. Coelogyne javieriana (Magrath, Bulmer & I.Shafer) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 114; ≡ Dendrochilum javierianum Magrath, Bulmer & I.Shafer, Lindleyana 4 (1989) 135, as 'javieriense'; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 18; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 84; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 100; Orch. Philip. (2011) 132, as ‘javieri’; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 132, as 'javieri'; Type: Magrath 17372 (OCLA, holo; BRIT, MO, SEL, iso), Luzon: Nueva Vizcaya, Dalton Pass, 1830-2440ft, erroneously indicated in meters (558-744m). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: Epiphytic on moss-covered tree branches, Fl. Nov. 1200(-?)m. Native.
  60. Coelogyne kennedyi (M.Leon, Cootes, Cabactulan & R.B.Pimentel) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 115; ≡ Dendrochilum kennedyi M.Leon, Cootes, Cabactulan & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 13; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803015 (CAHUP073555, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1200m, 2-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Surigao del Norte. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  61. Coelogyne kopfii (Lückel) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 115; ≡ Dendrochilum kopfii Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 62 (2011) 26; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 133. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental (photos). Notes: Terrestrial and epiphytic. 900-1250m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  62. Coelogyne lagarophylla M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 116; ≡ Dendrochilum stenophyllum L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1953) 300; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 21; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 77; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 107; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 140; ≡ Acoridium angustifolium Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 69; Type: Loher 14721 (AMES, holo; P, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Sep-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Batangas, Benguet, Quezon, Rizal. Notes: L.L.Co: The type locality is most likely to be located in the general vicinity of the Sierra Madre Range N and E of Montalban. Said region is the most important collection site of Loher during the late 1890s to early 1900s. Cootes (2001, 2011) also adds Aurora and Quezon provinces to the distributional range, and ‘epiphytic at elevations (of) about 1000m’, otherwise, nothing is known about the habitat and elevation range of this species. Fl. Sep. 1000m. Native.
  63. Coelogyne latifolia (Lindl.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 116; ≡ Dendrochilum latifolium Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29(Misc.) (1843) 56; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 294; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 50-51; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 157; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 133; ≡ Acoridium latifolium (Lindl.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 12 (1904) 220; ≡ Platyclinis latifolia (Lindl.) Hemsl., Gard. Chron., n.s. 16 (1881) 656; Type: Collector unknown, cult. Loddiges s.n. (K-Herb. Lindl., holo), Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Bataan, Cagayan, Camarines Norte (photos), Camarines Sur, Kalinga, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, Davao de Oro (photos), Davao del Sur, Lanao, South Cotabato, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic. 300-1700m. Native.
    • var. latifolia. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LUZON: Bataan, Camarines Sur, Pampanga, Quezon, MINDANAO: South Cotabato. Notes: Epiphytic, Fl. (?Jan-)Feb-Aug, a cultivated plant recorded to flower in Nov. 300-1665m. Native.
    • var. macrantha (Schltr.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 116; ≡ Dendrochilum var. macranthum (Schltr.) H.A.Pedersen, Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 51; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 159; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 101; ≡ Dendrochilum macranthum Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9 (1911) 163; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 134; ≡ Dendrochilum grandiflorum Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 8 (1910) 563, nom. illeg., non (Ridl.) J.J.Sm.; ≡ Dendrochilum serratum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 51, nom. illeg.; Type: ?Micholitz, cult. Sander s.n. (B, holo, lost), Philippines. = Dendrochilum cagayanense Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 41; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 292; Type: FB 16722 Curran (AMES, holo; US, iso), Luzon: Cagayan, Mar-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Cagayan, Kalinga, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic in (often mossy) forest, Fl. Mar-Sep(-?Oct), a cultivated species recorded to flower in Nov. 370-1630m. Native.
  64. Coelogyne lepantoensis M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 116; ≡ Dendrochilum ocellatum (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 117; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 19; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 57; ≡ Acoridium ocellatum Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 151; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 287; Type: Merrill 4481a (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Mt Data, 2150m, 29-Oct-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: Fl. Oct. 2150m. Native.
  65. Coelogyne loheri Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1908 (1908) 414; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 282; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 89. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: Epiphyte or lithophyte, 1700m. Native.
  66. Coelogyne longilabellata M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 117; ≡ Dendrochilum longilabre (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 99; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 294; ≡ Acoridium longilabre Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 152; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 42; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 139; Type: Copeland 1025 (PNH, holo; lost; AMES, K, iso), Mindanao: Davao del Sur, Mt Apo, solitary or clustered on mossy trees, 5600ft (1707m), 19-Apr-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Davao Oriental (photos), Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), Sarangani (photos). Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forest. Fl. Mar, Apr, ?May, Aug. 1000m (photos) to 1700-2300(-2500)m. Native.
  67. Coelogyne longirachis Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 88; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 282; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 89. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphyte along streams in forest, 1300m. Native.
  68. Coelogyne louisiana (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 117; ≡ Dendrochilum louisianum H.A.Pedersen, Nordic J. Bot. 15 (1996) 384; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 18; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 78; Type: BS 78670 Edaño (AMES, holo; AMES, NY, iso), Luzon: Cagayan, Mt Balatongan summit, epiphytic, c. 800m, 11-Nov-1929. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Cagayan. Notes: Known from two collections from the type locality. Fl. Nov. 800m. Native.
  69. Coelogyne lucbanensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 117; ≡ Dendrochilum longibulbum Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 26; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 23; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 112; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 101; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 133; ≡ Acoridium longibulbum (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 286; Type: Vanoverbergh 782 (AMES, holo; NY, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, 23-Aug-1910. = Acoridium lucbanense (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 286; ≡ Dendrochilum lucbanense Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1559; Type: Elmer 7571 (AMES, holo; AMES, BM, C, HBG, K, L, NY 2 sheets, P, PNH, US, iso), Luzon: Quezon, Lucban, May-1907. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, Benguet, Ifugao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic in (usually mossy) forest, Fl. Jan-Feb, May, ?Jul, Aug-Oct. 665-2600m. Native.
  70. Coelogyne luzonensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 117; ≡ Dendrochilum luzonense Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 121; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 18; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 81; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 134; ≡ Acoridium luzonense (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 286; Type: FB 5735 Klemme (AMES, holo; K, iso), Luzon: Kalinga, trail to Balbalasang, 1600m, 19-Nov-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Kalinga, Mountain Province. Notes: Epiphytic, Mossy forests, Fl. Feb, Oct-Dec. 1600-2600(-2700?)m. Native.
  71. Coelogyne macgregorii (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 118; ≡ Dendrochilum macgregorii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 42; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 18; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 56; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 134; ≡ Acoridium macgregorii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81, as 'mcgregorii'; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 286; Type: BS 8849 McGregor (AMES, holo; BO, K, US, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Pulog (Pulag), 4-Jul-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet. Notes: Only known from two collections at the type locality. High montane mossy oak forest, epiphytic, reportedly at c. 2900m (although alpine grasslands cover this mountain from c. 2650m upwards). Fl. Jul. ?2900m. Native.
  72. Coelogyne magna (Rchb.f.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 118; ≡ Dendrochilum magnum Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 240; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 294; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 53; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 160; ≡ Acoridium magnum (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 12 (1904) 220; Type: Cuming s.n. (K-Herb. Lindl., holo; drawing in W-Herb. Rchb.f. 49016), Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines Sur, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic (rarely terrestrial) in (often mossy) forest, Fl. Feb, Apr-Jul, ?Sep, Nov. (500-)665-1995m. Native.
  73. Coelogyne maleolens (Kraenzl.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 118; ≡ Dendrochilum maleolens Kraenzl., Orchis 2 (1908) 63; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 23; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 116; ≡ Acoridium maleolens (Kraenzl.) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 286; Type: Loher s.n., Luzon: Rizal prov. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. Notes: Fl. Jan. Native.
  74. Coelogyne malindangensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 118; ≡ Dendrochilum malindangense Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 114; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 295; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 53; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 174; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 135; Type: FB 4597 Mearns & Hutchinson (AMES, holo; K, NY, US, iso), Mindanao: Misamis Occidental, Mt Malindang, 1130m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental (photos). Notes: Fl. May. Valmayor’s cited occurrence from ‘Zamboanga (Dapitan)’ probably refers unintendedly to the type collection from Mt Malindang (Pedersen 1997). Epiphytic. 1100(-?)m. Native.
  75. Coelogyne marginata (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 119; ≡ Dendrochilum marginatum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 318; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 18-19; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 50; ≡ Acoridium marginatum Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 23; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 287; Type: M. Ramos s.n. (AMES, holo), Luzon: Rizal, Mt Irig (Irid), 1495m, on tree near summit, 19-Apr-1922. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. Notes: Known only from the type collection. Epiphyte on summit. 1495m. Native.
  76. Coelogyne marknaivei (Cootes) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 119; ≡ Dendrochilum marknaivei Cootes, Die Orchidee 3 (2017) 124; Type: MAKN (M.A.K. Naive) 018/2016 (CMUH00010873, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan Mountain Range, Mt Wiji, epiphytic in open forest canopy locations, with humid environments, elevation 2681m, 15-Apr-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Occidental (photos). Notes: Fl. Apr-Aug. 2400-2700m. Native.
  77. Coelogyne marmorata Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1877) 116; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 282; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 60; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 89. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, LUZON: Abra (photos), Benguet, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Pangasinan, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic, occasionally epilithic. 1000-1300(-?)m. Native.
  78. Coelogyne mearnsii (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 119; ≡ Dendrochilum mearnsii Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 116; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 295; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 37; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 128; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 135; Type: FB 4605 Mearns & Hutchinson (AMES, holo; K, iso), Mindanao: Misamis Occidental, Mt Malindang, 2425m, May-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Davao Oriental (photos), Misamis Occidental, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forests, Fl. Mar-May, Jul. 1350-2500m to 2700m (photos). Native.
  79. Coelogyne megacallosa (R.Boos, Naive, Cootes & M.Leon) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 119; ≡ Dendrochilum megacallosum R.Boos, Naive, Cootes & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 59; Type: M.D. De Leon 008/2016 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan Mountain Range, 1200m, 21-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  80. Coelogyne merrillii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 40; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 282; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 60; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 89; Type: Merrill 6620, Luzon: Benguet, Pauai, on boulders in the upper pine region, c. 1800m, May-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province (photos), Rizal, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Notes: Usually epilithic, (300-)1800-2300m. Common in Benguet. Native.
  81. Coelogyne microchila (Schltr.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 119; ≡ Dendrochilum microchilum (Schltr.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 87; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 19; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 66; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 102; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 135; ≡ Acoridium microchilum (Schltr.) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 287; ≡ Platyclinis microchila Schltr., Bull. Herb. Boissier, 2nd Sér. 6 (1906) 302; Type: Schlechter s.n., cult. (B, holo, lost, drawing at K), Philippines. = Dendrochilum tenue (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 116; ≡ Acoridium tenue Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 145; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 290; Type: Copeland 1019a (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, iso; an unnumbered Copeland specimen, US00344424, dated Apr-1904 from Mt Apo is possibly an isotype), Mindanao: Davao del Sur, Mt Apo, epiphytic on mossy trees, 5400ft, 19-Apr-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Camarines Sur, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Davao, Davao del Sur, Misamis Occidental, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: According to Pedersen (1997), record from Taiwan by Ying is possibly due to confounding with Dendrochilum uncatum which is very well-known there. Usually in oak-dominated and ericaceous mossy forests, sometimes with dense Pandanus thickets, epiphytic. Fl. throughout the year (except in Aug?). 500-2830m. Native.
  82. Coelogyne migueldavidii (Cootes & Cabactulan) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 119; ≡ Dendrochilum migueldavidii Cootes & Cabactulan, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 171; Type: M.D. De Leon 027/2016 (CMUH00010844, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental (photos), Sarangani (photos), South Cotabato (photos). Notes: 1400-1800m (photos). Native.
  83. Coelogyne mindanaensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 119; ≡ Dendrochilum mindanaense (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 309; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 19; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 70; ≡ Acoridium mindanaense Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 25; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 287; Type: Elmer 14095 (AMES, holo; AMES, BM, BO, K, L, NY, US, iso), Mindanao: Agusan del Norte, Cabadbaran, Mt Urdaneta, Aug-1912. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Notes: Fl. Oct. Native.
  84. Coelogyne mindorensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 119; ≡ Dendrochilum mindorense Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 91; Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 317, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 23-24; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 104; ≡ Acoridium mindorense (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 287; Type: Merrill 5795 (AMES, lecto; K, SING, US, iso), Mindoro: Mindoro Oriental, Mt Halcon, Nov-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Fl. Nov. 860-1995m. Native.
  85. Coelogyne minutissima Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 390; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 282. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. ?LUZON. Notes: “Philippines, probably Luzon, Loher s.n., no specimen seen” Ames (1924). Native.
  86. Coelogyne nivea (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 120; ≡ Dendrochilum niveum Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 284; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 295; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 54; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 153; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 136; Type: Boettcher s.n., pro parte (AMES, holo; K, iso), Luzon: Kalinga, Balbalan, 1000m, 9-Mar-1918. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Kalinga, Kalinga-Apayao, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, Fl. Mar. (a cultivated specimen in Dec). 1000m. Native.
  87. Coelogyne oreophila (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 121; ≡ Dendrochilum oreophilum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 317; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 24; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 90; ≡ Acoridium oreophilum Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 71; Type: Loher 15042 (AMES, holo; AMES, PNH lost, iso), Luzon: Rizal prov. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon (photos), Rizal. Native.
  88. Coelogyne palawanensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 51; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 282. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Notes: Type collection from Mt Capoas, 1000m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  89. Coelogyne pallide-flavens (Blume) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 121; ≡ Dendrochilum pallide-flavens Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 399; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 28-29; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 179; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 103; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 136; Type: from Java. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. BASILAN, JOLO, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Zamboanga del Norte, MINDORO, SAMAR, TAWI-TAWI. Native.
    • var. pallide-flavens. = Dendrochilum weberi Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 410; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 296; Type: Weber 59 (AMES, holo; K, iso), Mindanao: Agusan del Norte, Cabadbaran River. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Sumatra, Thailand. BASILAN, JOLO, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Zamboanga del Norte, SAMAR, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Forests (including mangroves) up to elevation 1400m, epiphytic (occasionally lithophytic). Fl. Mar, Jul-Sep; in a cultivated specimen in May. Native.
  90. Coelogyne pandurata Lindl., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. (1853) 791; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 283; Sierra et al., Blumea 45 (2000) 304; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 90. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. LUZON: Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Agusan, Cotabato, Surigao, SAMAR. Notes: Reported in the Philippines by Valmayor (1984). Epiphytic on trunks or big branches of trees, lithophytes or terrestrials. Lowland forest and hill forest, in partial shade to quite exposed. Among rocks, on granite or ultramafic substrate, sea level to 1000m. Native.
  91. Coelogyne pangasinanensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 122; ≡ Dendrochilum pangasinanense Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 29; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 295; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 54-55; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 168; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 136; Type: BS 8286 Ramos (AMES, holo), Luzon: Pangasinan, May-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU, LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan. Notes: Lithophytic, Fl. May. 900m. Native.
  92. Coelogyne parvipapillata (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 122; ≡ Dendrochilum parvipapillatum H.A.Pedersen, Nordic J. Bot. 15 (1996) 386; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 55; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 166; Type: BS 32401 R.C. McGregor (AMES, holo), Panay: Antique, mossy forest, 1000m, May/Aug-1918. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PANAY, SIBUYAN. Notes: Mossy forests, epiphytic, Fl. Apr-Jun. 665-1030m. Native.
  93. Coelogyne parvula (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 122; ≡ Dendrochilum parvulum (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 116; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 19; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 63; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 104; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 137; ≡ Acoridium parvulum Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 146; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 288; Type: Merrill 317b (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, US, iso), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, Lamao River, Oct-1903. = Dendrochilum venustulum (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 116; ≡ Acoridium venustulum Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 147; Type: Elmer 6273 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, US, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Sto Tomas, May-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Aurora, Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Ifugao, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Lanao, Misamis. Notes: Epiphytic. (200-)1400-2500m. Native.
    • var. parvula. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Aurora, Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Ifugao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal. Notes: Usually in (mossy) forests, also on solitary trees in open areas, Fl. Mar-Jul, Oct-Jan. (200-)1400-2500m. Native.
    • var. strictiformis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 122; ≡ Dendrochilum var. strictiforme (Ames) H.A.Pedersen, Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 20; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 64; ≡ Dendrochilum strictiforme (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 116; ≡ Acoridium strictiforme Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 147; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 290; Type: Merrill 4854 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, iso), Luzon: Benguet, between Suyoc and Pauai, 2000m, Oct/Nov-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao. Notes: Mossy forests, Fl. Jun-Oct, ?Nov, Dec-Jan. (?1700-)1995-2150m. Native.
  94. Coelogyne pauciflora M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 122; ≡ Dendrochilum oliganthum (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 117; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 19; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 57; ≡ Acoridium oliganthum Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 150; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 287; Type: Merrill 4481 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Mt Data, 2150m, 29-Oct-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: Fl. Oct. 1890-2150m. Native.
  95. Coelogyne perplexa (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 123; ≡ Dendrochilum perplexum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1951) 299; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 20; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 75; ≡ Acoridium perplexum Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 142; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 288; Type: Ramos & Edaño 55 (AMES, holo; AMES, BM, K, NY, P, SING, US, W, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Sinapsapan, mossy forest, 1830m, 13-Oct-1921. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, MINDORO. Notes: 1830-2450m. Native.
    • var. perplexa. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao. Notes: Epiphyte in the mossy forest, (?1700-)1830(-2080?)m. Fl. Apr, (?Sep-)Oct. Native.
    • var. montanum (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 123; ≡ Dendrochilum var. montanum (Ames) H.A.Pedersen, Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 20; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 75; ≡ Acoridium montanum Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 5 (1923) 1; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 287; ≡ Acoridium linearifolium Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 141, nom. illeg., non (Hook.f.) Rolfe; Type: Ramos & Edaño 56 (AMES, holo; AMES, BM, K, NY, P, SING, US, W, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Boadan, on trees in mossy forest, 1830m, 26-Sep-1921. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet. Notes: Epiphyte in mossy forests, Fl. Sep. 1830-2450m. Native.
  96. Coelogyne perrineae (Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon, R.B.Pimentel & Binayao) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 123; ≡ Dendrochilum perrineae Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon, R.B.Pimentel & Binayao, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 14; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803014 (CAHUP073554, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1500m, 2-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1500m. Native.
  97. Coelogyne perrinei (Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon, R.B.Pimentel & Binayao) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 123; ≡ Dendrochilum perrinei Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon, R.B.Pimentel & Binayao, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 15; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803013 (CAHUP073553, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1300m, 2-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1300m. Native.
  98. Coelogyne philippinensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 123; ≡ Dendrochilum philippinense (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 118; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 20; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 53; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 137; ≡ Acoridium philippinense Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 149; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 288; Type: Merrill 4757 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, NY, US, iso), Luzon: Benguet, between Suyoc and Pauai, 2000m, 7-Nov-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Aurora (photos), Benguet, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic. 1600-2540m. Native.
    • var. philippinensis. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Kalinga, Mountain Province. Notes: Mossy forests, epiphytic, Fl. Sep-Feb. 1600-2540m. Native.
    • var. purpurea (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 123; ≡ Dendrochilum var. purpureum (Ames) H.A.Pedersen, Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 20; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 53; ≡ Acoridium purpureum (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 288; ≡ Dendrochilum purpureum Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 286; Type: Boettcher s.n. (AMES, holo; BM, BO, K, NY, P, SING, US, W, iso), Luzon: Apayao, Mt Pasoan, 2000m, Jan-1918. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao. Notes: 2000m. Native.
  99. Coelogyne plocoglottoides (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 123; ≡ Dendrochilum plocoglottoides H.A.Pedersen, Nordic J. Bot. 15 (1996) 387; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 59; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 141; Type: K. Iwatsuki, G. Murata & H.G. Gutierrez P-874 (L, holo; KYO, iso), Luzon: Ilocos Norte, Mt Burnay, in mossy forest, 1800-2000m, 4-Dec-1975. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ilocos Norte. Notes: Known only from the type collection. Fl. Dec. 1800-2000m. Native.
  100. Coelogyne prasina Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 326. Distribution: Malaysia, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Occidental (photos). Native.
  101. Coelogyne prodigiosa (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 123; ≡ Dendrochilum prodigiosum Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 98; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 295; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 38; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 136; Type: BS 38521 Ramos & Edaño (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Mt Lipa, epiphytic in mossy forest, 6500ft (1981m), 13-Jul-1920. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Apparently known only from the type collection. Epiphytic in mossy forest, collected in flower in Jul. 1981m. Native.
  102. Coelogyne propinqua (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 123; ≡ Dendrochilum propinquum Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 285; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 295; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 38; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 133; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 137; Type: Wenzel 805 (AMES, holo; K, iso), Leyte: Leyte, Masaganap near Jaro, epiphyte in forest, 700m, 27-Dec-1919. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Cotabato. Notes: Epiphytic in forests, Fl. Feb, Mar, Dec. 500-700(-900)m. Native.
  103. Coelogyne pseudowenzelii (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 124; ≡ Dendrochilum pseudowenzelii H.A.Pedersen, Malesian Orchid J. 7 (2011) 118. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: P.B. Pelser (6-Aug-23): origin unknown. Native.
  104. Coelogyne pulcherrima (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 124; ≡ Dendrochilum pulcherrimum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 311; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 26; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 44; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 104; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 138; ≡ Acoridium pulcherrimum Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 144; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 288; Type: Ramos & Edaño 45 (AMES, holo; BM, K, NY, US, W, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Natoo, 1750m, 30-Sep-1921. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Mossy forest, epiphytic, often in well-lit sites, Fl. Feb, Sep. 1200-1830m. Native.
  105. Coelogyne pulogensis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 124; ≡ Dendrochilum pulogense Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 594; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 20; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 59; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 138; ≡ Acoridium pulogense (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 288; Type: FB 16347 Curran, Merritt & Zschokke (AMES, holo), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Pulog (Pulag), Jan-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province (photos). Notes: High-montane mossy forests, epiphytic, Fl. Jan, May-Jul, Oct. 1200m(-?). Native.
  106. Coelogyne pumila (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 236; ≡ Dendrochilum pumilum Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 222; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 24; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 109; ≡ Acoridium pumilum (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 12 (1904) 220; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 288; Type: Cuming 2102 (W-Rchb.f. 20440, holo; BM, K, W, iso; drawing in AMES), Luzon. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LUZON: Albay, Apayao, Bataan, Benguet, Camarines Sur, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental, MINDORO. Notes: 700-2795m. Native.
    • var. pumila. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forests and on exposed ridges, Fl. Nov-Feb. 1025-2250m. Native.
    • var. recurva (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 124; ≡ Dendrochilum var. recurvum (Ames) H.A.Pedersen, Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 24; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 111; ≡ Dendrochilum recurvum (Ames) Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 318; ≡ Acoridium recurvum Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 148; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 289; Type: Merrill 4584 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Mt Data, Nov-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LUZON: Albay, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Kalinga-Apayao, Mountain Province, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forests and exposed ridges, Fl. Sep-Nov, a cultivated plant in Feb. 700-2795m. Native.
  107. Coelogyne quadriloba (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 124; ≡ Dendrochilum quadrilobum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 61; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 20-21; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 68; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 105; ≡ Acoridium quadrilobum (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 288; Type: BS 19894 R.C. McGregor (AMES, lecto; BM, BO, K, L, NY, P, US, isolecto), Luzon: Ifugao, Mt Polis, Feb-1913. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphtic in forests (usually mossy), Fl. Jan & Feb. 200-2000m. Native.
  108. Coelogyne quinquecallosa (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 124; ≡ Dendrochilum quinquecallosum H.A.Pedersen, Orchid Rev. 115 (2007) 223; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 138. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic. 1200m. Native.
  109. Coelogyne quinquelamellata Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 280; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 282; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 61; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 90. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Surigao, Surigao del Norte. Notes: Epiphyte in lowland forest, up to 150m. Native.
  110. Coelogyne quisumbingiana (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 125; ≡ Dendrochilum quisumbingianum H.A.Pedersen, Nordic J. Bot. 15 (1996) 389; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 55; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 178; Type: PNH 10887 Mendoza & Convocar (PNH, holo; AMES, iso), Mindanao: Agusan del Norte, Mt Hilong-hilong, summit. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Notes: Mossy forest, epiphytic, Fl. Mar. 1940m. Native.
  111. Coelogyne ravanii (Cootes) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 125; ≡ Dendrochilum ravanii Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 114; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 139. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic. 800m. Native.
  112. Coelogyne remediosae Ames & Quisumb., PJS 49 (1932) 484; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 90. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon. Notes: Epiphyte at mid to high elevation. Native.
  113. Coelogyne reniformis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 125; ≡ Dendrochilum reniforme Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 63; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 24; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 91; ≡ Acoridium reniforme (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 289; Type: F. Calico s.n. (AMES, lecto; BM, K, NY, iso), Luzon: Laguna, San Antonio, Mar-1913. = Dendrochilum urciforme (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 316; ≡ Acoridium urciforme Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 76; Type: Loher 13276 (AMES, holo; PNH, lost, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Mt Paminglingan, near Montalban, Apr-1912. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ifugao, Laguna, Rizal. Notes: Fl. Feb, ?Mar, Apr, Oct. Native.
  114. Coelogyne rhombophora Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1877) 116; ≡ Dendrochilum rhombophorum (Rchb.f.) Ames, Orchidaceae 3 (1908) 7; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 21; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 54; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 106; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 139; ≡ Acoridium rhombophorum (Rchb.f.) Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 5 (1923) 1; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 289; Type: Wallis s.n. (W-Herb. Rchb.f. 20434, holo; NY, iso), Philippines: L.L.Co: From the NY sheet, one can see clearly that contrary to Pedersen’s (1997) citation, the Wallis sheet is an unnumbered collection and that ‘72001’ is most likely intended for '7200’ (7200ft). = Dendrochilum whitfordii (Rolfe) Pfitzer & Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 162; ≡ Acoridium whitfordii Rolfe, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 73; Type: Whitford 139 (K, holo; AMES 2 sheets, NY, US, iso), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, Lamao River, May-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Aurora, Bataan, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forests, Fl. Mar-Jun. 500-2500(-2600)m. Native.
  115. Coelogyne rochussenii de Vriese, Illustr. Orch. (1854) 22; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 282; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 61; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 91. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Pampanga, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao (photos), Lanao del Sur, Misamis Occidental (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos). Notes: (?-)370-850m (photos). Native.
  116. Coelogyne rotundilabia (L.O.Williams) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 125; ≡ Dendrochilum rotundilabium L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 50; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 39; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 124; Type: BS 75814 Edaño (AMES, holo), Luzon: Camarines Sur, Mt Madooy summit, 2000ft (610m), 9-Nov-1928. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines Sur, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Notes: Epiphytic in (sometimes mossy) forests, Fl. Apr, Nov. 600-1940m. Native.
  117. Coelogyne rubrolanata Elis.George & J.-C.George, Orchid Rev. 116 (2008) 82; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 91; Type: E. & J.C.George s.n. (L, holo), cult. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental. Notes: Epiphyte 800-1000m. Native.
  118. Coelogyne saccolabium (Kraenzl.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 125; ≡ Dendrochilum saccolabium Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 56; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 21; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 87; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 106; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 139; ≡ Acoridium saccolabium (Kraenzl.) Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 5 (1923) 2; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 289; Type: Loher s.n., cult. Hort. Bot. Nymphenb., Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Quezon, Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic in forests, Fl. Sep, Nov-Jan. 200-350m. Native.
  119. Coelogyne salvaneraniana W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 76 (2011) 55; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 91. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Surigao. Notes: Epiphyte. 700-1600m. Native.
  120. Coelogyne septemnervia (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 126; ≡ Dendrochilum septemnervium H.A.Pedersen, Malesian Orchid J. 7 (2011) 119. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1768m (photos). Native.
  121. Coelogyne serratoi (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 126; ≡ Dendrochilum serratoi (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 139; ≡ Acoridium serratoi Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 27; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 289; ≡ Dendrochilum curranii var. serratoi (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1951) 308; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 23; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 100; Type: J.S. Serrato s.n. (AMES, holo; AMES, NY, iso), Luzon: Laguna, Sep-1912. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, LUZON: Albay, Benguet, Laguna, Nueva Ecija (photos), Rizal, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphytic in (usually mossy) forests, Fl. Jun-Jul, Sep-Nov. 500-1830(-2195)m. Native.
  122. Coelogyne simulacra (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 127; ≡ Dendrochilum simulacrum Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 92; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 24; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 116; ≡ Acoridium simulacrum (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 82; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 289; Type: FB 4981 Curran (AMES, holo; K, US, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Tonglon (Mt Sto Tomas), 8-Aug-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic along forest margins on the summit vicinity at the type locality. Fl. May, Aug. 1995m. Native.
  123. Coelogyne sinuata M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 127; ≡ Dendrochilum flexuosum H.A.Pedersen, Nordic J. Bot. 15 (1996) 383; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 47; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 172; Type: PNH 10874 Mendoza & Convocar (PNH, holo), Mindanao: Surigao del Norte, Mt Kabatuan, 968m, epiphytic on a forested peak. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, SAMAR. Notes: Known only from the type collection. The Samar material was collected from in primary limestone forest. 968m. Native.
  124. Coelogyne smithiana (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 127; ≡ Dendrochilum smithianum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 311; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 26; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 44; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 106; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 140; ≡ Acoridium smithianum Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 74; Type: Loher 15129 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Rizal. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal. Notes: L.L.Co: Aside from the type, also known from two other collections (Loher 12566a & 13950) possibly rather adjacent to the type locality. Epiphytic, Fl. Jan, May. 500m. Native.
  125. Coelogyne sparsa Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 19 (1883) t.306; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 283; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 92; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Bataan, Benguet, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY. Notes: Common epiphyte at 900-1050m. Native.
  126. Coelogyne sulcata Elis.George & J.-C.George, OrchideenJ. 2008 (2008) 173; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 92. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphyte, 600-900m. Native.
  127. Coelogyne swaniana Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1894 (1894) 183; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 283; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 92. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. LUZON: Mountain Province, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte, 1600m. Native.
  128. Coelogyne tenella (Nees & Meyen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 129; ≡ Dendrochilum tenellum (Nees & Meyen) Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 318; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 21; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 79; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 108; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 141; ≡ Acoridium tenellum Nees & Meyen, Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 19(Suppl. 1) (1843) 131; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 290; Type: Meyen s.n. (K, holo), Philippines. = Dendrochilum junceum Rchb.f., Otia Bot. Hamburg. (1878) 54; Type: Wallis s.n. (W-Herb. Rchb.f. 49002), Luzon: Laguna, Los Baños. = Dendrochilum sphacelatum (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 112; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 140; ≡ Acoridium sphacelatum Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 1; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 289; Type: Elmer 6554 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES 2 sheets, K, L, NY, P, US, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Sto Tomas, Jun-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BABUYAN ISLS, BILIRAN, CAMIGUIN, CAMIGUIN DE BABUYANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Aurora, Bataan, Batangas, Benguet, Cagayan, Camarines Sur, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Kalinga, La Union, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao Oriental, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: P.B. Pelser & M.A.K. Naive (21-Aug-20): Cootes (2011) considers Dendrochilum tenellum and Dendrochilum sphacelatum as taxonomically distinct at the species level, but Pedersen (1997) provides good arguments for considering them synonymous. Epiphytic (usually oak-ericaceous mossy forests), sometimes in open ridge forests, Fl. Sep-Jul. 300-2495m. Native.
  129. Coelogyne tenuibulba (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 129; ≡ Dendrochilum tenuibulbum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 325; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 25; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 113; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 108; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 141; ≡ Acoridium tenuibulbum Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 75; Type: Loher 13046 (AMES, holo; AMES, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Balacbac, May-1916. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, Rizal, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic among mosses, on tree trunks, in rather brightly-lit sites. 950-1430m. Native.
  130. Coelogyne tenuifolia (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 129; ≡ Dendrochilum tenuifolium (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 114; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 25; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 97; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 141; ≡ Acoridium tenuifolium Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 145; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 290; Type: Merrill 4576 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, US, iso), Luzon: Mountain Province, Mt Data, Nov-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forest, Fl. Jul-Feb. 1600-2150(-2500)m. Native.
  131. Coelogyne tetradactylifera (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 129; ≡ Dendrochilum tetradactyliferum H.A.Pedersen, Nordic J. Bot. 15 (1996) 390; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 40; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 135; Type: PNH 2370 Edaño (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Davao del Sur, Mt Apo, Miran River, bole epiphyte in forest, 1915m, 6-Nov-1946. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur. Notes: Eight collections cited by Pedersen are thus far only known to be confined to the general vicinity of the type locality. Epiphytic on forested ridges, Fl. Nov. 1800-1915m. Native.
  132. Coelogyne tiongiana (Cootes) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 129; ≡ Dendrochilum tiongianum Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2011 (2011) 152; Type: Cootes 2011/01 (NSW, holo), cult. Riverwood. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: 1300m. Native.
  133. Coelogyne tokduanbanoyana M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 129; ≡ Dendrochilum schweinfurthianum (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 323; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 24; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 115; ≡ Acoridium schweinfurthianum Ames, Blumea Suppl. 1 (1937) 73; Type: BS 48602 Ramos & Edaño (AMES, holo; K, NY, US, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Mt Tokduanbaboy, epiphytic in mossy forest, 1200m, Nov-1926. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. Notes: Apparently known only from the type collection. Fl. Nov. 1200m. Native.
  134. Coelogyne tortilis (H.A.Pedersen) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 130; ≡ Dendrochilum tortile H.A.Pedersen, Malesian Orchid J. 7 (2011) 121; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 141. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Cootes (2011): "...most likely of Philippine origin. The exact whereabouts of this species, are at this time, unknown.". Native.
  135. Coelogyne turpis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 130; ≡ Dendrochilum turpe (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 118; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 25; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 93; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 142; ≡ Acoridium turpe Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 149; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 290; Type: Merrill 4758 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, K, iso), Luzon: Benguet, between Suyoc and Pauai, 7-Nov-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province (photos), Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forests, Fl. Feb-Apr, Sep-Dec. (1700-)2060-2400(-2500)m. Native.
  136. Coelogyne uncata (Rchb.f.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 130; ≡ Dendrochilum uncatum Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 222; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 295; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 57-58; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 162; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 109; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 142; ≡ Acoridium uncatum (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 12 (1904) 220; Type: Cuming 2073 (W-Herb. Rchb.f. 49080, holo; BM, K, L 2 sheets, P, SING, W, A (drawing), iso), Luzon: Zambales prov. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Albay, Aurora, Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Ifugao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan, NEGROS, PANAY, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic. 500-2500m. Native.
    • var. lancifolia, ined.; ≡ Dendrochilum var. lancifolium Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 16 (1881) 780; Type: Cuming 2103 (W-Rchb.f. 49034, holo; BM, K, L, P, W, iso), Philippines. Native.
    • var. longispicata (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 130; ≡ Dendrochilum var. longispicatum (Ames) H.A.Pedersen, Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 58; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 165; ≡ Dendrochilum longispicatum Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 105; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 294; Type: Merrill 4336 (AMES, lecto; K, US, isolecto), Luzon: Benguet, Baguio, Oct/Nov-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, NEGROS, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic, Fl. Apr, Jul, Sep-Dec. 1450-1750m. Native.
    • var. uncata. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Ifugao, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales. Notes: Epiphytic (rarely lithophytic) in (usually mossy) forest, Fl. throughout the year. 930-2500m. Native.
  137. Coelogyne unicallosa (L.O.Williams) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 130; ≡ Dendrochilum unicallosum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 51; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 58; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 146; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 143; Type: Loher 14643, pro parte (AMES, holo; BM, BO, C, K, P, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Sep-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forest. 1330m. Native.
  138. Coelogyne unicornis (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 131; ≡ Dendrochilum unicorne (Ames) L.O.Williams, PJS 80 (1952) 314; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 25; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 118; ≡ Acoridium unicorne Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 145; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 290; Type: Ramos & Edaño 54 (AMES, holo; AMES, BM, K, L, NY, P, SING, US, W, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Simakoko, epiphytic in the mossy forest, 6500ft (1981m), 6-Oct-1921. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province (photos). Notes: Fl. Oct. 1981m. Native.
  139. Coelogyne usitana Roeth & O.Gruss, Orchidee (Hamburg) 52 (2001) 211; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 92. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphyte, sometimes lithophyte, 800m. Native.
  140. Coelogyne vanoverberghii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 53; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 283; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 93. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ifugao, Mountain Province. Notes: Known from Vanoverbergh 2865. Epiphyte, 1700m. Native.
  141. Coelogyne veronicae (Cootes) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 131; ≡ Dendrochilum veronicae Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 163; Type: Clowes cult. NSW 907366 (NSW, holo), Luzon: Nueva Vizcaya, 28-Aug-2014. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: 1000m. Native.
  142. Coelogyne warrenii (H.A.Pedersen & Gravend.) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 131; ≡ Dendrochilum warrenii H.A.Pedersen & Gravend., Blumea 49 (2004) 358; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 143; Naive & Gravendeel, Lankesteriana 18 (2018) 208; Type: Warren EQ 3066 (C, holo), cult. Richard C. Warren 2003. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  143. Coelogyne wenzelii (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 131; ≡ Dendrochilum wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 65; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 21; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 85; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 110; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 143; ≡ Acoridium wenzelii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 82; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 291; Type: Wenzel 264 (AMES, lecto; BM, C, K, L, NY, P, SING, US, iso), Leyte: Leyte, Masaganap near Jaro, epiphyte in forest, 750m, 11-Feb-1914. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Apayao, Camarines, Camarines Sur, Kalinga, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphytic in forests (sometimes mossy), frequently on ridges, Fl. Feb-Mar, Dec. 500-1800m. Native.
  144. Coelogyne williamsii (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 132; ≡ Dendrochilum williamsii (Ames) Pfitzer, Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 7) (1907) 114; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 22; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 83; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 111; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 144; ≡ Acoridium williamsii Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 19 (1906) 143; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 291; Type: R.S. Williams 1939 (NY, holo; AMES, GH, K, US, iso), Luzon: Benguet, La Trinidad, on rocks, 28-Sep-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija (photos), Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forests (rarely lithophytic), Fl. Sep-Nov. 1165-2540m. Native.
  145. Coelogyne woodiana (Ames) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 132; ≡ Dendrochilum woodianum Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 80; Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 318, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 60; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 37; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 144; ≡ Pseudacoridium woodianum (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 79; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 284; Type: Merrill 5618 (AMES, holo; K, SING, US, iso; drawings at BM, NY, PNH, SING), Mindoro: Mindoro Oriental, Mt Halcon, 2050-2600m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), MINDORO. Notes: Epiphyte on ridges, Fl. Apr-May, Nov. 1200-2830m. Native.
  146. Coelogyne yuccifolia (L.O.Williams) M.W.Chase & Schuit., Phytotaxa 510 (2021) 132; ≡ Dendrochilum yuccifolium L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 53; Pedersen et al., Opera Bot. 130 (1997) 58; Opera Bot. 131 (1997) 175; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 111; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 144; Type: Loher 13216 (AMES, holo; K, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Montalban, Paningtingan. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal. Notes: Reportedly epiphytic, Fl. Jan, Sep; known to flower in March from cultivated specimens. 500(-?)m. Native.
  147. Coelogyne zahlbrucknerae Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 389; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 93. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, LUZON: Benguet, Pangasinan, Quezon. Notes: Epiphyte, sometimes lithophyte, over 1000m. Native.

Needs name

  1. Coelogyne milesiana, ined.; ≡ Dendrochilum milesianum Cootes, Orchids Austral. (2025) 12; Type: Cootes s.n. (NSW1318462 & NSW1318463, holo), cult. by G. Campbell, Victoria, Australia, 15-Jul-25. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. ?LUZON. Notes: Origin uncertain, only known from cultivated specimens. Possibly from northern Luzon (Cootes 2025). Native.

Cultivated, not naturalized

  1. Coelogyne × bufordiense. Notes: Name not, in IPNI and WCSP on 19-Aug-2020. A primary hybrid between Coelogyne asperata and Coelogyne pandurata originally made in 1911. Cultivated, not naturalized.

Collabium Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 11 November 2023
  1. Collabium simplex Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 15 (1881) 462. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Zamboanga del Sur (photo), NEGROS, PANAY. Native.
  2. Collabium vesicatum (Rchb.f.) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1911) 98; ≡ Chrysoglossum vesicatum Rchb.f., Fl. Vit. (1868) 304. Distribution: New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls. NEGROS (photos). Native.

Possibly present

  1. Collabium formosanum Hayata, J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 30(1) (1911) 319; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 83; Type: from Taiwan. Distribution: ?Philippines, Taiwan.

Corybas Salisb.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 7 July 2026
  1. Corybas apoensis Agad, Tandang, R.Bustam. & Salas, Phytotaxa 766 (2026) 85; Type: Salas 3721 (PNH, holo; CAHUP, CMUH, PPC, iso), Mindanao: Davao del Sur, Davao City, Brgy. Sibulan, Mt Apo, 2436m, 23-Nov-2023. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: 2100-2479m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (Agad et al. 2026). Native.
  2. Corybas boholensis Tandang, R.Bustam., T.Reyes Jr. & S.P.Lyon, Phytotaxa 477 (2020) 262; Type: R. Callado 2855 (PNH258426, holo; BRIT, CAHUP, iso), Bohol: Bilar, Brgy Zamora, Bohol Island State University, Forest Academic Research Area, Sep-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL. Notes: 350-400m (Callado pers. comm., 12-Nov-25). Conservation status: Critically Endangered (Tandang et al. 2020). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  3. Corybas calopeplos J.Dransf. & G.Sm., Kew Bull. 41 (1986) 584. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao Oriental (photos). Notes: P.B. Pelser (6-Aug-23): Possibly first reported from the Philippines from Bukidnon by Alastair Robinson, who also reported seeing it in Borneo (pers. comm. 6-Aug-23). 1504-1575m (photos). Native.
  4. Corybas circinatus Tandang & R.Bustam., Phytotaxa 446 (2020) 136; Type: Tandang 2060 (PNH, holo; CAHUP, KUN, iso), Palawan: Mt Bloomfield, Jun-2012. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Notes: 210-874m. Conservation status: Endangered (Tandang et al. 2020). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  5. Corybas geminigibbus J.J.Sm., Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 7 (1927) 13. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. PALAWAN. Native.
  6. Corybas hamiguitanensis Tandang, Galindon & R.Bustam., Phytotaxa 598 (2023) 82; Type: Tandang 2061 (PNH, holo; CAHUP, CMUH, iso), Mindanao: Davao Oriental, San Isidro, Brgy La Union, Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary, Jul-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao Oriental. Notes: 626-1279m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Tandang et al. 2023). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  7. Corybas kaiganganianus Tandang, A.S.Rob. & M.D.Angeles, Phytotaxa 543 (2022) 128; Type: Angeles 338 (PNH, holo; USTH, iso), Samar: Paranas, Samar Island Natural Park, 26-Oct-2021. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte (photos), ?Misamis, SAMAR. Notes: R. Bustamante (4-Aug-23): reported by Melbert Baul from Misamis. 360-380m to 800m (photos). Conservation status: Critically Endangered (Delos Angeles et al. 2022). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  8. Corybas laceratus L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 54; ≡ Calcearia lacerata (L.O.Williams) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Orchadian 13 (2002) 445; Type: Loher 14673 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Rizal, Sep-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija (photos), Rizal. Notes: Also reported from Nueva Ecija-Aurora border (photos). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  9. Corybas merrillii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 42; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 261; ≡ Corysanthes merrillii Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 65; ≡ Calcearia merrillii (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Orchadian 13 (2002) 445. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Laguna. Notes: Terrestrial on mossy cliffs. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  10. Corybas ramosianus J.Dransf., Kew Bull. 41 (1986) 611; Batuyong et al., Biodiversitas 21 (2020) 3974; ≡ Gastrosiphon ramosianus (J.Dransf.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Orchadian 13 (2002) 448. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ilocos Norte. DAO category: Endangered. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Corybas fornicatus (Blume) Rchb.f., Beitr. Syst. Pflanzenk. (1871) 67; ≡ Calcearia fornicata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 417. Distribution: Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, ?Philippines, Sumatra. MINDANAO: ?Lanao, ?PALAWAN. Notes: R. Bustamante (4-Aug-23): reported by Jeh and John Patykowski from Palawan and by Dave Buenavista from Lanao.

Corymborkis Thouars

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 6 November 2024
  1. Corymborkis veratrifolia (Reinw.) Blume, Coll. Orchid. (1859) 125; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 94; ≡ Hysteria veratrifolia Reinw., Syll. Pl. Nov. 2 (1825) 5; Type: from Java. = Corymborkis confusa (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 48; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 280; ≡ Corymbis confusa (Ames) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 395; ≡ Chloidia confusa Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 67. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Australia, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. ALABAT, BANCALAN, BOHOL (photos), CATANDUANES, JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Cagayan, Camarines Sur (photos), Cavite, Ilocos Norte, Kalinga, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MARINDUQUE, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Davao, Davao Oriental, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, SAMAR, SULU ARCHIPELAGO, TABLAS, TATAAN. Notes: Terrestrial in forest, 0-830m. Native.

Crepidium Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 1 October 2025
  1. Crepidium acuminatum (D.Don) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 123; ≡ Malaxis acuminata D.Don, Prodr. Fl. Nepal. (1825) 29. = Crepidium bilobum (Lindl.) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 124, nom. inval.; ≡ Malaxis acuminata var. biloba (Lindl.) Ames, EPFP 1 (1924) 302; ≡ Malaxis biloba (Lindl.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 122; ≡ Microstylis biloba Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 20. Distribution: Australia, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, ?Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LUZON: Bataan, Batangas, Benguet, Ifugao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Rizal, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Crepidium bilobum (Lindl.) Szlach. was not validly published, because it has an incorrect basionym reference. Native.
  2. Crepidium alagense (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 34; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 95; ≡ Malaxis alagensis (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 122; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 302; ≡ Fingardia alagensis (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 134; ≡ Microstylis alagensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 318. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Quezon, MINDANAO: Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO. Notes: Terrestrial, 100-400m. Native.
  3. Crepidium arietinum (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 124; ≡ Malaxis arietina Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 411; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 302; ≡ Pseudoliparis arietina (Ames) Marg. & Szlach., Polish Bot. J. 46 (2001) 42. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Native.
  4. Crepidium atrosanguineum (Ames) Marg. & Szlach., Polish Bot. J. 46 (2001) 43; Enriquez et al., Fl. Plants Mt. Apo Natural Park (2024) 94; ≡ Malaxis atrosanguinea Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 30; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 302. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao de Oro (photos), Davao del Sur, South Cotabato (photos). Notes: 1000-2000m (photos). Native.
  5. Crepidium balabacense (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 124; ≡ Pseudoliparis balabacensis (Ames) Marg. & Szlach., Ann. Bot. Fenn. 37 (2000) 281; ≡ Malaxis balabacensis Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 42; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 302; Type: Merrill 5374 (US, lecto; AMES, BO, E, K, PNH, isolecto), Balabac, 16-Oct-1916. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BALABAC, BOHOL, CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Aurora, Bataan, Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Lanao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, PALAWAN, SIBUTU, TAWI-TAWI. Native.
  6. Crepidium bancanoides (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 124; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 95; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 28; ≡ Malaxis bancanoides Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 129; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303; Type: R.C. McGregor 14 (AMES, holo), Sibuyan: Mountains back of San Fernando, 9-Jul-1904. = Crepidium macgregorii (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 38; ≡ Malaxis macgregorii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 45; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 305. = Crepidium mindanaense (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 38; ≡ Malaxis mindanaensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1560; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 305. Distribution: Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sulawesi, Taiwan, Thailand. CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Camarines Norte, Ilocos Norte (photos), Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Pampanga, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, NEGROS (photos), PANAY (photos), POLILLO, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Native.
  7. Crepidium bataanense (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 35; ≡ Malaxis bataanensis Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 43; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, NEGROS. Native.
  8. Crepidium binabayense (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 124; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 95; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 28; ≡ Malaxis binabayensis (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 124; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303; ≡ Microstylis binabayensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 318; Type: Merrill 5804 (AMES, K, NY, P), Mindoro: Binabay River, 1000ft, 4-Dec-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna (photos), MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: Terrestrial, 300-700m. Native.
  9. Crepidium bracteosum (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 125; Enriquez et al., Fl. Plants Mt. Apo Natural Park (2024) 95; ≡ Malaxis bracteosa Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 111; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur. Notes: 100-1400m. Native.
  10. Crepidium copelandii (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 125; ≡ Malaxis copelandii Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 124; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Occidental, Zamboanga. Native.
  11. Crepidium cuneipetalum (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 125; ≡ Malaxis cuneipetala Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 288; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303. = Crepidium ravanii Marg., Phytotaxa 172 (2014) 51; Type: Schneider s.n. (UGDA-HBM, holo and iso), Samar: Samar National Park, Nov-2013. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, SAMAR. Native.
  12. Crepidium davaensis (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 126; ≡ Malaxis davaensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 69; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur. Native.
  13. Crepidium dentatum (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 126; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 96; ≡ Malaxis dentata (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 125; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303; ≡ Microstylis dentata Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 319. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora (photos), Camarines, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, MINDORO, POLILLO. Native.
    • ssp. dentatum. = Malaxis philippinensis (Kraenzl.) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 71; ≡ Microstylis philippinensis Kraenzl., Orchis 2 (1907) 16. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, MINDORO, POLILLO. Notes: Epiphytic or terrestrial, up to 1000m. Native.
    • ssp. epidendrum (M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones) Marg., Taxon. Red. Subtribe Malaxidinae (2012) 94; ≡ Crepidium epidendrum M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 35. = Malaxis epiphytica Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 34; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 304. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO. Native.
  14. Crepidium elmeri (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 126; ≡ Malaxis elmeri Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 126; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 304. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet. Native.
  15. Crepidium hutchinsonianum (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 127; ≡ Malaxis hutchinsoniana (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 128; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 304; ≡ Microstylis hutchinsoniana Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 319. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon (photos), MINDORO, PANAY (photos). Notes: Perhaps a synonym of Crepidium binabayense. Native.
  16. Crepidium lilacinum (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 37; ≡ Malaxis lilacina Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 35; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 305. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, PANAY. Native.
  17. Crepidium merrillii (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 129; ≡ Malaxis merrillii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 128; ≡ Microstylis merrillii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 319. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Native.
  18. Crepidium mindorense (Rendle) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 38; ≡ Malaxis mindorensis (Rendle) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 131; ≡ Microstylis mindorensis Rendle, J. Bot. 34 (1896) 357. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province, MINDORO. Native.
  19. Crepidium negrosianum (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 38; ≡ Malaxis negrosiana Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1561; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 305. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Native.
  20. Crepidium propinquum (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 130; ≡ Malaxis propinqua Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 289; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 305. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province. Native.
  21. Crepidium purpureum (Lindl.) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 131; ≡ Malaxis purpurea (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 673; ≡ Microstylis purpurea Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 20; Type: from Sri Lanka. = Crepidium rizalense (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 40; ≡ Malaxis rizalensis Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 46; Type: Ramos BS 4561 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Rizal, Bosoboso, Aug-1907. Distribution: China, India, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Laguna, Rizal. Native.
  22. Crepidium quadridentatum (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 131; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 96; ≡ Malaxis quadridentata (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 130; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 305; ≡ Microstylis quadridentata Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 320. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT (photos), LUZON: Sorsogon, MINDORO. Notes: Terrestrial, c. 800m. Native.
  23. Crepidium quadrilobum (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 131; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 96; ≡ Malaxis quadriloba Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 131; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 305. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija (photos), Quezon, MINDORO, PANAY. Notes: Terrestrial, 800-1000m. Native.
  24. Crepidium ramosii (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 131; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 97; ≡ Pseudoliparis ramosii (Ames) Marg. & Szlach., Polish Bot. J. 46 (2001) 42; ≡ Malaxis ramosii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 45; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 305; Type: Ramos BS 4567 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Bosoboso, 12-Aug-1907. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU (photos), DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Abra (photos), Aurora (photos), Camarines Sur (photos), Laguna, Quezon (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), Davao de Oro (photos), Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PALAWAN, PANAY (photos). Notes: P.B. Pelser (3-Jul-20): Lin et al. (2016) consider Malaxis ramosii Ames a synonym of Pseudoliparis moluccana (J.J.Sm.) Marg. (=Crepidium moluccanum (J.J.Sm.) Ormerod), but R. Boos (pers. comm., 30-Jun-20) and P. Ormerod (pers. comm., 3-Jul-20) suggest that this was done in error and that the two are quite distinct species. Terrestrial, 500-810m (photos). Native.
  25. Crepidium rheedei Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 387. Distribution: LUZON: Quezon (photos), MINDORO, PANAY (photos). Native.
    • ssp. purpureiflorum (Ames & Quisumb.) Marg., Taxon. Red. Subtribe Malaxidinae (2012) 84; ≡ Crepidium purpureiflorum (Ames & Quisumb.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 39; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 96; ≡ Malaxis purpureiflora Ames & Quisumb., PJS 59 (1936) 2. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon (photos), MINDORO, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial, 500-1200m. Native.
  26. Crepidium taylorii (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 132; ≡ Malaxis taylorii Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 290; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 306; Type: Taylor, Mindanao: Agusan, 10-Apr-1913. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Native.
  27. Crepidium tjiwideiense (J.J.Sm.) Szlach., Polish Bot. J. 46 (2001) 43; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 97; ≡ Microstylis tjiwideiensis J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 9 (1913) 38. Distribution: Java, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Terrestrial. 660m. Native.
  28. Crepidium uncatum (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 41; ≡ Malaxis uncata Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 46; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 306. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Quezon (photos), MINDANAO: Davao de Oro (photos), MINDORO (photos), SAMAR (photos). Notes: 180-1250m (photos). Native.
  29. Crepidium wenzelii (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 133; ≡ Malaxis wenzelii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 412; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 306. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, PANAY. Native.
  30. Crepidium williamsii (Ames) Szlach., Fragm. Florist. Geobot. Suppl. 3 (1995) 133; ≡ Malaxis williamsii Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 131; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 306. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, Rizal. Native.

Cryptostylis R.Br.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 19 July 2026
  1. Cryptostylis acutata J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 3rd Sér. 3 (1921) 243; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 97. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Sumatra. BASILAN (photos), LUZON: Aurora (photos), Camarines Norte (photos), Ifugao, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Cotabato (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO. Notes: 754-2100m (photos). Native.
    • var. borneensis J.J.Sm., Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 7 (1927) 17. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. LUZON: Ifugao, MINDANAO. Notes: Terrestrial, c. 1500m. Native.
  2. Cryptostylis arachnites (Blume) Hassk., Cat. Hort. Bot. Bogor. (Hasskarl) (1844) 48; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 261; Holttum, Rev. Fl. Malaya 1 (1954) 103; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 98; ≡ Zosterostylis arachnites Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 419; Type: from Java. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BILIRAN, CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Aurora, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur, Misamis Occidental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: A common, variable, and widely distributed species in the Philippines. According to Holttum (1954), Peninsular Malayan plants may represent a distinct species. Terrestrial, in forest. 30-1000m to 1800m (photos). Native.
  3. Cryptostylis carinata J.J.Sm., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11 (1912) 134. Distribution: New Guinea, Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY. Native.
  4. Cryptostylis taiwaniana Masam., Trans. Nat. Hist. Soc. Formosa 23 (1933) 208; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 98; ≡ Cryptostylis arachnites var. taiwaniana (Masam.) S.S.Ying, Coloured Ill. Indig. Orchids Taiwan 3 (1988) 622; Type: from Taiwan. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), Davao de Oro (photos), Zamboanga del Sur (photos), MINDORO, SIBUYAN. Notes: Terrestrial. 600m to 1600m (photos). Native.

Cylindrolobus Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 4 June 2026
  1. Cylindrolobus alboluteus (Rolfe) J.J.Wood, Malesian Orchid J. 5 (2010) 87; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 98; ≡ Eria albolutea Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1917 (1917) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 364. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte, c. 500m. Native.
  2. Cylindrolobus aliciae (Quisumb.) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 13; ≡ Eria aliciae Quisumb., PJS 66 (1938) 149. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial in shaded sites, in shaded location. 300(-?2750)m. Native.
  3. Cylindrolobus aporoides (Lindl.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 444; ≡ Aporodes fragrans W.Suarez & Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(5) (2008) 33; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 25; ≡ Eria aporoides Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3 (1859) 60; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 115; ≡ Dendrobium aporoides (Lindl.) Merr., Sp. Blancoanae (1918) 113; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 345. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, BUYAYAO (photos), CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Aurora, Batangas (photos), Cagayan, Camarines, Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao, Surigao, Zamboanga, MINDORO, PALAWAN, POLILLO. Notes: Lithophytic or epiphytic, common. 0-1000m. Native.
  4. Cylindrolobus benmabantae Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 9, as 'benmabantai'; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803009 (CAHUP073549), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1200m, 2-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental (photos), Davao de Oro (photos). Notes: 1000-1250m (photos). Native.
  5. Cylindrolobus brachystachyus (Rchb.f.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 445; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 99; ≡ Eria brachystachya Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 223; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 115; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 365. = Eria wenzelii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 428. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BABUYAN, CAMIGUIN DE BABUYANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines, Kalinga, Kalinga-Apayao, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, Tarlac, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic at sea-level to 1000m. Fairly common. Native.
  6. Cylindrolobus cootesii (D.P.Banks) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 13; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 99; ≡ Eria cootesii D.P.Banks, OrchideenJ. 2008 (2008) 78. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte, c. 500m. Native.
  7. Cylindrolobus datuguinae Naive, M.Leon & Buenavista, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 3, as 'datuguinai'; Type: M.D. De Leon 022/2016 (CMUH10813, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan Mountain Range, 5-Jun-2016, 1778m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1778m. Native.
  8. Cylindrolobus elisheae (P.O'Byrne) J.J.Wood, Malesian Orchid J. 5 (2010) 87; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 99; ≡ Eria elisheae P.O'Byrne, Malayan Orchid Rev. 34 (2000) 52. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphyte, 350-600m. Native.
  9. Cylindrolobus fastigatifolius (Ames) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 13; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 100; ≡ Eria fastigatifolia Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 191; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 367. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Lanao, South Cotabato (photos), Surigao, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphyte, 300-1300m. Native.
  10. Cylindrolobus longissimus (Ames & Quisumb.) J.J.Wood, Malesian Orchid J. 5 (2010) 87; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 100; ≡ Eria longissima Ames & Quisumb., PJS 44 (1931) 374. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Rizal. Notes: Epiphyte, c. 1000m. Native.
  11. Cylindrolobus oliviacamposiae Naive, Mabanta & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 9; Type: M.A. Naive 018/2017 (CMUH00010874, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Impasug-on, Impalutao, Center for Ecological Development and Recreation (CEDAR), epiphytic in deeply shaded location, 780m, 24-Mar-2017. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Conservation status: Endangered (Naive et al. 2017). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  12. Cylindrolobus perspicabilis (Ames) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 13, as 'perspicabile'; ≡ Eria perspicabilis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 156; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 373. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Ifugao, Mountain Province. Notes: Described from Mt Polis, which is on the border of Ifugao Prov and Mountain Province. Native.

Cymbidium Sw.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 3 September 2026
  1. Cymbidium aliciae Quisumb., PJS 72 (1940) 486; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 62; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 100. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. LUZON: Ilocos Norte (photos), Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, SAMAR. Notes: Wally Suarez (25-Jul-24): Cymbidium aliciae also grows in Ilocos Norte. Terrestrial in shaded sites. 300-2750m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  2. Cymbidium aloifolium (L.) Sw., Nova Acta Regiae Soc. Sci. Upsal., 2nd Ser. 6 (1799) 73; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 101; ≡ Epidendrum aloifolium L., Sp. Pl., 1st Ed. (1753) 953. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur (photos), Surigao, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Usually epiphytic, up to 1000m. Native.
  3. Cymbidium atropurpureum (Lindl.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 11 (1903) 190; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 403; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 101; Malabrigo et al., Flora of Mt Mantalingahan Protected Landscape (2023) 215; ≡ Cymbidium pendulum var. atropurpureum Lindl., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1854 (1854) 287; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 62. Distribution: Borneo, China, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, South Cotabato (photos), Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, PALAWAN, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Usually in high elevation areas to 2200m, commonly a high-crown epiphyte, sometimes lithophytic, usually in full sun. Native.
  4. Cymbidium chloranthum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29(Misc.) (1843) 68; Type: Loddiges cult. (K, holo). = Cymbidium chloranthum ssp. palawanense Lubag-Arquiza, Orchid Rev. 114 (2006) 264; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 101; Type: Lubag-Arquiza PALM 2001.021 (UPLB, holo). Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Surigao, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, 500-1200m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  5. Cymbidium cyperifolium Wall. ex Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 163. Distribution: Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. Native.
    • ssp. indochinense Du Puy & P.J.Cribb, Gen. Cymbidium (1988) 176. Distribution: Cambodia, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. Native.
  6. Cymbidium dayanum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1869 (1869) 710; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 63; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 102; Type: from India. = Cymbidium dayanum var. austrojaponicum Tuyama, Iconogr. Pl. Asiae Orient. 4 (1941) 363. Distribution: Bhutan, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Commonly terrestrial but also found in hollow logs on trees, between 300-1800m. Native.
  7. Cymbidium ensifolium (L.) Sw., Nova Acta Regiae Soc. Sci. Upsal., 2nd Ser. 6 (1799) 77; ≡ Epidendrum ensifolium L., Sp. Pl., 1st Ed. (1753) 954; Type: from India. = Cymbidium gonzalesii Quisumb., PJS 72 (1940) 485. Distribution: Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Java, Laos, Malaysia, New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), MINDORO. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
    • ssp. haematodes (Lindl.) Du Puy & P.J.Cribb ex Govaerts, World Checkl. Seed Pl. 3 (1999) 20; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 102; ≡ Cymbidium haematodes Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 162. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Rizal. Notes: Terrestrial, open grasslands, medium elevation, c. 800m. Native.
  8. Cymbidium finlaysonianum Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 164; Lindl. in Wall., Cat. (1832) No. 7358, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 403; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 63; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 102. Distribution: Cambodia, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. BASILAN (photos), BOHOL, DINAGAT, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Benguet, Bulacan, Isabela, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, MINDORO, PALAWAN, POLILLO, SAMAR, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Usually epiphytic, sometimes lithophytic, usually in very well-lit sites. 0-300m to 400m (photos). Native.
  9. Cymbidium lancifolium Hook., Exot. Fl. 1 (1823) t.51; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 103; Type: from Nepal. Distribution: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Borneo, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Java, Korea, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LUZON: Aurora, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), NEGROS (photos). Notes: Terrestrial, 300-2300m. Native.
  10. Cymbidium macrorhizon Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 162. Distribution: Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  11. Cymbidium pubescens Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.) (1840) 75; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 64; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 103; ≡ Cymbidium bicolor ssp. pubescens (Lindl.) Du Puy & P.J.Cribb, Gen. Cymbidium (1988) 73. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Sultan Kudarat (photos), NEGROS, PALAWAN. Notes: Present in Negros (Mt Talinis) according to Lucas Jeansonne, pers. comm. 12-Aug-18. Usually an epiphyte at low elevation. (?-)300m to 1080m (photos). Native.
  12. Cymbidium sigmoideum J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 13 (1907) 52; Naive et al., Lankasteriana 20 (2020) 218; Type: from Java. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Sumatra. PANAY. Notes: 1500-1600m. Conservation status: Vulnerable A1cd; B1ab (Du Puy & Cribb 2007). Native.

Possibly present

  1. Cymbidium bicolor Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 164. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Borneo, India, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Nicobar Isls, ?Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra.

Cymboglossum (Schltr.) Rauschert

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Derek Cabactulan, 21 November 2023
  1. Cymboglossum cymbidiifolium (Ridl.) Ormerod & Cootes, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 282; Enriquez et al., Fl. Plants Mt. Apo Natural Park (2024) 97; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 28; ≡ Ascidieria cymbidiifolia (Ridl.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 33; ≡ Eria cymbidiifolia Ridl., J. Bot. 36 (1898) 212; Type: from Borneo. = Cymboglossum cymbiforme (J.J.Sm.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 446; ≡ Eria cymbiformis J.J.Sm., Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl. 1 (1904) 152; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 367. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines, Sumatra. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Cagayan, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao de Oro (photos), Davao del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. 500-1015m to 1300m (photos). Native.
  2. Cymboglossum maculosum (Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel) Ormerod & Cootes, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 282; ≡ Ascidieria maculosa Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 4; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803002 (CAHUP073542, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1200m, 3-Mar-18. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  3. Cymboglossum palawanense (Ames) Ormerod & Cootes, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 282; ≡ Ascidieria palawanensis (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 69; ≡ Eria palawanensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1578; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 373; Type: Elmer 13209 (AMES, holo), Palawan: Puerto Princesa, Mt Pulgar, May-1911. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), PALAWAN. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  4. Cymboglossum zamboangense (Ames) Ormerod & Cootes, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 282; ≡ Ascidieria zamboangensis (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 69; ≡ Eria zamboangensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 160; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 376; Type: Merrill 8143 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Zamboanga, Sax River, Nov/Dec-1911. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy forest. 1000m (photos) to 1100-1830m. Native.

Cyrtosia Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 10 March 2018
  1. Cyrtosia javanica Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 396; ≡ Galeola javanica (Blume) Benth. & Hook.f., Gen. Pl. (Bentham & Hooker f.) 3 (1883) 590; Type: from Java. Distribution: India, Java, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Cagayan. Native.

Cystorchis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 14 May 2023
  1. Cystorchis aphylla Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 400; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 273; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 103. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand. LEYTE (photos), LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Pampanga, Rizal, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Surigao del Norte, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial in forest at mid-elevation. Native.
  2. Cystorchis javanica (Blume) Blume, Fl. Javae Orch. (1858) 73; Orch. Arch. Ind. (1859) 87; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 274; ≡ Hetaeria javanica Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 410. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Davao. Native.
  3. Cystorchis luzonensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 33; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 274; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 64; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 104. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, MINDORO, PANAY. Notes: Terrestrial in forest, in shaded and damp sites, 800-1600m. Native.

Dendrobium Sw.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelse2, 1 April 2026
  1. Dendrobium aclinia Rchb.f., Bonplandia 4 (1856) 329; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 342. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Isabela, Rizal, Zambales. Notes: Epiphytic. Up to 300m elevation in Rizal. Native.
  2. Dendrobium acuminatissimum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 86; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 342; ≡ Grastidium acuminatissimum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 333. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines, Sumatra. LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: Cotabato. Native.
  3. Dendrobium agusanense Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 79; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 343; ≡ Grastidium agusanense (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1997) 57; Type: Elmer 12462. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte. Notes: Elevation 330m. Native.
  4. Dendrobium albayense Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 14; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 343; ≡ Aporum albayense (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 294; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 26. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Benguet, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Cotabato, Davao, Surigao, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), NEGROS, PALAWAN, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic up to 900m. Fairly common. Native.
  5. Dendrobium aliciae Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1934) 443; ≡ Grastidium aliciae (Ames & Quisumb.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1997) 58. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  6. Dendrobium aloifolium (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 279; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 65; ≡ Aporum aloifolium (Blume) Brieger, Orchideen (Schlechter), 3rd Ed. 1 (1981) 676; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 26; ≡ Macrostomium aloifolium Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 355. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic in rather well-lit sites, to 300m. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  7. Dendrobium amethystoglossum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1872 (1872) 109; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 343; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 66; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 104; ≡ Pedilonum amethystoglossum (Rchb.f.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 288. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra (photos), Benguet, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, ?MINDORO. Notes: Epiphyte, usually in brightly-lit sites above 820m (photos) and 1000m. Native.
  8. Dendrobium annemarieae Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 10; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803023 (CAHUP073647, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 1500m, 3-Mar-18. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  9. Dendrobium anosmum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 31(Misc.) (1845) 32; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 343; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 66; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 104. = Dendrobium superbum Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 282. = Dendrobium anosmum var. dearei (Rolfe) Ames & Quisumb., PJS 56 (1935) 435; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 105; ≡ Dendrobium superbum var. dearei Rolfe, Lindenia 6 (1891) 52. = Dendrobium anosmum var. huttonii (Rchb.f.) Ames & Quisumb., PJS 56 (1935) 454; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 105; ≡ Dendrobium superbum var. huttonii Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1869 (1869) 1206. = Dendrobium superbum var. giganteum Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 283. Distribution: Borneo, Hong Kong, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam. BOHOL, CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Abra, Benguet, Cavite (photos), Ilocos Sur (photos), Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDANAO: Cotabato (photos), Davao, MINDORO, SAMAR (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. Native.
  10. Dendrobium aphyllum (Roxb.) C.E.C.Fisch., Fl. Madras 3 (1928) 1416; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 105; ≡ Limodorum aphyllum Roxb., Pl. Coromandel 1 (1795) 34. = Dendrobium cucullatum R.Br., Bot. Reg. 7 (1821) t.548. Distribution: Cambodia, India to China, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphyte, c. 1000m. Native.
  11. Dendrobium auriculatum Ames & Quisumb., PJS 49 (1932) 488; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 67; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 105. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay (photos), Bulacan, Camarines Sur (photos), Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao Oriental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PANAY (photos). Notes: Epiphyte or lithophyte. 560m (photos) to 900m. Native.
  12. Dendrobium balzerianum Fessel & Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 48 (1997) 173; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 68; ≡ Euphlebium balzerianum (Fessel & Lückel) M.A.Clem. & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 26; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 155. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 300m. Native.
  13. Dendrobium basilanense Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 14; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 345; ≡ Aporum basilanense (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 295. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur, PANAY, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Epiphytic, sea-level to 400m. Native.
  14. Dendrobium bicaudatum Reinw. ex Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3 (1859) 20; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 68; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 106; ≡ Ceratobium bicaudatum (Reinw. ex Lindl.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Orchadian 13 (2002) 486. = Dendrobium burbidgei Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 10 (1878) 300. Distribution: Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi. MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, NEGROS, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Epiphyte up to 300m. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  15. Dendrobium bicolense Lubag-Arquiza, J. Orchideenfr. 13 (2006) 337; ≡ Euphlebium bicolense (Lubag-Arquiza) M.A.Clem. & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 26; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 155. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, Aurora, Camarines (photos), Laguna (photos), Quezon, Sorsogon. Notes: Epiphytic. 800m (photos). Native.
  16. Dendrobium blanche-amesiae A.D.Hawkes & A.H.Heller, Lloydia 20 (1957) 119; ≡ Grastidium blanche-amesiae (A.D.Hawkes & A.H.Heller) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1997) 64; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 167. = Dendrobium verruculosum Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 426; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 357; Type: Lyon 143 (AMES, holo; AMES, iso), Philippines: 1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Ilocos Norte, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 300m. Native.
  17. Dendrobium blumei Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 88; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 69; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 106; ≡ Onychium fimbriatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 325. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. BASILAN, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Lanao, Surigao, Zamboanga, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. Sometimes in swamps, to 1000m. Native.
  18. Dendrobium boosii Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 76(4) (2011) 49; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 106. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Notes: Epiphyte, c. 700m. Native.
  19. Dendrobium bukidnonense Ames & Quisumb., PJS 59 (1936) 5; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 107; ≡ Ceraia bukidnonensis (Ames & Quisumb.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 291. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis, Misamis Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, up to 800m. Native.
  20. Dendrobium bullenianum Rchb.f., Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 20 (1862) 214.; Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 14; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 345; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 70; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 107. = Dendrobium topaziacum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 140; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 357. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BABUYAN, BUCAS GRANDE, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Camarines Sur, Isabela, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: 300m (photos). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  21. Dendrobium bursigerum Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3 (1859) 16; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 107; ≡ Pedilonum bursigerum (Lindl.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 458. ≠ Dendrobium secundum auct. non (Blume) Lindl.; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1924) 355; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 89; Cortez et al., Check List 19 (2023) 989. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BUCAS GRANDE (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora (photos), Bataan, Camarines, Camarines Sur, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Davao, Lanao, Surigao, NEGROS, SIARGAO. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-500m. DAO category: Vulnerable (as Dendrobium secundum). Native.
  22. Dendrobium busuangense Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 296; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 346; ≡ Durabaculum busuangense (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Orchadian 13 (2002) 487; Type: Taylon s.n. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BUSUANGA, CALAMIANES. Native.
  23. Dendrobium butchcamposii Cootes, M.Leon & R.Boos, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 5; Type: M.D. De Leon cult. MDL 006/2016 (CMUH00010805, holo), Mindanao: Misamis Oriental, 22-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  24. Dendrobium cabadbarense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 117; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 346; ≡ Ceraia cabadbarensis (Ames) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 12. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao, Davao de Oro, Surigao. Native.
  25. Dendrobium candoonense Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 94; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 346; ≡ Flickingeria candoonensis (Ames) Seidenf., Dansk Bot. Ark. 34 (1980) 17. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  26. Dendrobium carinatum (L.) Willd., Sp. Pl., 4th Ed. 4 (1805) 133; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 346; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 70; ≡ Ceraia carinata (L.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 291; ≡ Bulbophyllum carinatum (L.) Náves, Fl. Filip., 3rd Ed. 4(Nov. App.) (1880) 235; ≡ Epidendrum carinatum L., Sp. Pl., 1st Ed. (1753) 953; Type: FB 6315 Curran. = Ceraia robinsonii (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 293; ≡ Dendrobium robinsonii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 425; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 120. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 1000m. Native.
  27. Dendrobium carmindae M.Leon, Cootes & R.Boos, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 33; Type: M.D. De Leon s.n. (CMUH009836, holo), Mindanao, 15-Nov-15. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: c. 800-880m. Native.
  28. Dendrobium ceraula Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1876) 40; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 346; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 70; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 108. = Dendrobium gonzalesii Quisumb., PJS 66 (1938) 143. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN (photos), LUZON: Albay, Camarines Sur (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 1300-1400(-?)m. Native.
  29. Dendrobium cerinum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 12 (1879) 554; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 71; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 108. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 800m. Native.
  30. Dendrobium chameleon Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 174; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 346; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 72; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 108; Type: R.S. Williams 1940 (NY, holo; AMES, K, NY, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Baguio, 30-Sep-1904. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Pampanga, Sorsogon, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, above 1000m. Native.
    • ssp. chameleon. Native.
      • forma alba Ames & Quisumb., PJS 44 (1931) 372. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
      • var. ovatilabium Ames & Quisumb., PJS 44 (1931) 372; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 72; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 109. Distribution: LUZON: Benguet, Pampanga, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, above 1000m. Native.
  31. Dendrobium chloranthum Schuit. & Peter B.Adams, Muelleria 29 (2011) 68; ≡ Grastidium chlorinum M.A.Clem. & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 25; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 167. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, ?MINDANAO: ?Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1200m. Native.
  32. Dendrobium chrysographatum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 119; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 346; ≡ Flickingeria chrysographata (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 452; Orquídea (Rio de Janeiro) 27 (1965) 302; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 157; ≡ Ephemerantha chrysographata (Ames) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 103. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Bataan, Benguet, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales. Notes: Epiphytic, 500-2000m. Native.
  33. Dendrobium clemensiae Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 16; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 346; ≡ Diplocaulobium clemensiae (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 20 (1957) 128; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 147. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), Lanao, Surigao, NEGROS, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 800m. Native.
  34. Dendrobium comatum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 76; ≡ Flickingeria comata (Blume) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 453; ≡ Ephemerantha comata (Blume) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 103; ≡ Desmotrichum comatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 329; Type: from Java. = Flickingeria fimbriatolabellum (Hayata) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 454; ≡ Ephemerantha fimbriatolabella (Hayata) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 104; ≡ Dendrobium fimbriatolabellum Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 4 (1914) 38; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Australia, Java, Malaysia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Quezon. Native.
  35. Dendrobium conanthum Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1912) 550; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 73; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 109. Distribution: Bismarck Arch, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls. BUSUANGA, CALAMIANES, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, to 300m. Native.
  36. Dendrobium connatum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 89; ≡ Onychium connatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 328. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malaysia, Moluccas, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  37. Dendrobium convexum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 76; ≡ Flickingeria convexa (Blume) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 453; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 157; ≡ Desmotrichum convexum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 330. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sumatra, Thailand. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao del Sur (photos), MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 600m. Native.
  38. Dendrobium crassimarginatum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 42; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 109. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan. Notes: Epiphytic, 600-1000m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  39. Dendrobium crumenatum Sw., J. Bot. (Schrader) 1799 (1800) 237; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 346; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 73; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 110; Raganas et al., Biodiversitas 26 (2025) 1195; Type: from Indonesia. = Dendrobium simplicissimum (Lour.) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1910) 235; ≡ Ceraia simplicissima Lour., Fl. Cochinch. (1790) 518. = Ceraia saaronica (J.Koenig) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Orchadian 13 (2002) 486; ≡ Epidendrum saaronicum J.Koenig, Observ. Bot. (Retzius) 6 (1791) 58. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BALABAC, BATAN, BOHOL, CAMIGUIN DE BABUYANES, CEBU (photos), DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Albay (photos), Benguet, Camarines, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon (photos), Davao, Davao del Norte, Lanao del Sur (photos), Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: Common and widely distributed throughout the Philippines. 0-790m (photos). Native.
  40. Dendrobium davaoense Lubag-Arquiza, Austral. Orchid Rev. 71(1) (2006) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 110; Type: Lubag-Arquiza MARS2001.001 (ONUPLB, holo), Mindanao; Davao City, Marilog, 11-Sep-2001. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic. 1100m. Native.
  41. Dendrobium dearei Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 18 (1882) 361; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 348; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 75; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 110; Cortez et al., Check List 19 (2023) 989. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT, LUZON: Aurora (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), MINDORO, SIARGAO. Notes: E coast of entire Philippines. Epiphytic. 0-500m. Native.
  42. Dendrobium decoratum (M.A.Clem. & Cootes) Schuit. & Peter B.Adams, Muelleria 29 (2011) 66; ≡ Euphlebium decoratum M.A.Clem. & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 25; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 155. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1000m. Native.
  43. Dendrobium deleonii Cabactulan, Cootes & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 10; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803010 (CAHUP073550, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1300m, 2-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  44. Dendrobium derekcabactulanii Cootes, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 5; Type: M.D. De Leon 003/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 4-Nov-16. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  45. Dendrobium diffusum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 44; Type: Elmer 11502 (AMES), Mindanao: Davao, Todaya (Mt Apo), Cati Creek, Aug-1909, 5750ft. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: 1753m. Native.
  46. Dendrobium dimorphum J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 3rd Sér. 11 (1930) 75; ≡ Flickingeria dimorpha (J.J.Sm.) S.Thomas, Schuit. & de Vogel, Lindleyana 17 (2002) 35. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  47. Dendrobium distichum (C.Presl) Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1876) 39; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 348; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 75; ≡ Aporum distichum (C.Presl) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 439; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 27; ≡ Schismoceras disticha C.Presl, Reliq. Haenk. 1 (1827) 96. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, Aurora, Bataan, Benguet, Camarines, Ifugao, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Surigao, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY (photos), POLILLO, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Epiphyte to 900m. Fairly common in Luzon. Native.
  48. Dendrobium elineae (Calaramo, Naive, Cootes, H.Nuytemans & J.C.Martyr) Naive & Calaramo, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 21; ≡ Euphlebium elineae Calaramo, Naive, Cootes, H.Nuytemans & J.C.Martyr, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 165; Type: M. Calaramo 10699 (HNUL007903, holo), Luzon: Ilocos Norte, Adams, Mt Palemlem, 17-Apr-2009. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Ilocos Norte. Notes: P.B. Pelser (20-Dec-2017): Naive MAKN 023 (CMUH00010911) is incorrectly listed as an isotype, but is in effect a paratype. 400-700m. Native.
  49. Dendrobium equitans Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1910) 228; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 76; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 110; ≡ Ceraia equitans (Kraenzl.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 291; ≡ Aporum equitans (Kraenzl.) Brieger, Orchideen (Schlechter), 3rd Ed. 1 (1981) 673; Type: from Taiwan. = Dendrobium batanense Ames & Quisumb., PJS 47 (1932) 200. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. BATAN, BATANES, LUZON: Cagayan, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 600m. Native.
  50. Dendrobium erosum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 86; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 111; ≡ Chromatotriccum erosum (Blume) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem., Orchadian 13 (2002) 494; ≡ Pedilonum erosum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 320. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. LUZON: Benguet (photos), ?Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1000m. Native.
  51. Dendrobium escritorii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 123; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 348; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 111; Cortez et al., Check List 19 (2023) 989; ≡ Ceraia escritorii (Ames) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 12; ≡ Aporum escritorii (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 295. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, SIARGAO. Notes: Epiphytic, low elevation. 0m. Native.
  52. Dendrobium eurorum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 124; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 348; ≡ Flickingeria eurorum (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 454; Orquídea (Rio de Janeiro) 27 (1965) 303; ≡ Ephemerantha eurorum (Ames) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 103; ≡ Desmotrichum eurorum (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 20 (1957) 125. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Laguna, Rizal, MINDANAO: Surigao, MINDORO, PANAY. Native.
  53. Dendrobium fairchildiae Ames & Quisumb., PJS 47 (1932) 202; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 111. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, DINAGAT, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic. 1200m. Native.
    • forma album Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 66(3) (2001) 21; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 112. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Albino form. Native.
    • forma fairchildiae. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic in shaded sites, up to 1200m. Native.
  54. Dendrobium gerlandianum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 6 (1909) 317; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 348; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 77; Ormerod et al., Harvard Papers in Botany 24 (2019) 283; ≡ Ceraia gerlandiana (Kraenzl.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 291; Type: Loher s.n. (B, holo, lost), Luzon: Manila, cult. Hort. Bot. Gard. Erlangen s.n., Jan-1909; Loher s.n. (M, isoepi), Luzon: Manila, cult. Hort. Bot. Gard. Erlangen s.n., Jan-1910. = Ceraia philippinensis (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 293; ≡ Dendrobium philippinense Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 424; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 353; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 84; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 116; Type: Wenzel 6 (AMES, holo; GH, K, iso), Leyte: Dagami, 20-Nov-1912. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Bulacan, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: See note in Ormerod et al. (2019); epiphytic. 0-305m. Native.
  55. Dendrobium ginalopeziae (Cootes, M.Leon & Naive) Naive & Alejandro, Phytotaxa 356 (2018) 100; ≡ Grastidium ginalopeziae Cootes, M.Leon & Naive, Die Orchidee 3 (2017) 5; Type: M.D. De Leon 026/2016 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan Mountain Range, 27-July-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1100-1300m. Native.
  56. Dendrobium goldschmidtianum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 7 (1909) 40; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 112; ≡ Pedilonum goldschmidtianum (Kraenzl.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 460; Type: H. Goldschmidt-Essen s.n. (HBG, holo), cultivated, Jul-1907. = Dendrobium miyakei Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4 (1919) 64; Hatusima, Mem. Fac. Agr. Kagoshima Univ. 5 (1966) 63. = Dendrobium irayense Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1934) 446. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. BATANES, CAMIGUIN DE BABUYANES, LUZON (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, 200-1000m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  57. Dendrobium guerreroi Ames & Quisumb., PJS 49 (1932) 489; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 112. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 500m. Native.
  58. Dendrobium hampelii Cootes & R.Boos, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 8; Type: G. Hampel cult. (CMUH00009781, holo), Mindanao: Misamis Oriental, 28-Feb-15, c. 1200m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Oriental. Native.
  59. Dendrobium hymenanthum Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 222; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 350; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 112; ≡ Ceraia hymenantha (Rchb.f.) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 12; ≡ Bolbidium hymenanthum (Rchb.f.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 433. = Dendrobium micholitzii Rolfe ex Ames, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 17 (1904) 119. Distribution: Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. BOHOL, ?BUCAS GRANDE (photos), LUZON: Bataan, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, POLILLO. Notes: Epiphyte, sometimes in mangrove trees, up to 300m. Native.
  60. Dendrobium indivisum (Blume) Miq., Fl. Ned. Ind. 3 (1859) 630; ≡ Aporum indivisum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 334. Distribution: PALAWAN. Native.
    • var. indivisum. Distribution: Bangladesh to Malesia, Philippines. Native.
  61. Dendrobium interjectum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 125; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 350; ≡ Flickingeria interjecta (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 454; Orquídea (Rio de Janeiro) 27 (1965) 304; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 158; ≡ Ephemerantha interjecta (Ames) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 104; ≡ Desmotrichum interjectum (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 20 (1957) 126. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), South Cotabato (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic. (?-)750m to 900-1300m (photos). Native.
  62. Dendrobium ionopus Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 18 (1882) 808; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 79; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 113. = Dendrobium epidendropsis Kraenzl., Orchis 2 (1908) 79; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 348. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Laguna (photos), Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1200m. Native.
  63. Dendrobium jimcootesii Cabactulan & M.Leon, Die Orchidee 2 (2016) 3; Type: M.D. De Leon s.n. (CMUH00010832, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 5-Aug-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1400m. Native.
  64. Dendrobium josephinae Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(4) (2008) 24; ≡ Euphlebium josephinae (Cootes) M.A.Clem. & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 26; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 156. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 350m. Native.
  65. Dendrobium junceum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28(Misc.) (1842) 9; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 80; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 113; ≡ Ceraia juncea (Lindl.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 291; ≡ Aporum junceum (Lindl.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 440. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BUCAS GRANDE, LEYTE, LUZON: Cagayan, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Surigao, Surigao del Norte. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 500m. Native.
  66. Dendrobium junctilobum (Fessel & Lückel) Schuit. & Peter B.Adams, Muelleria 29 (2011) 67; ≡ Flickingeria junctiloba Fessel & Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 49 (1998) 254; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 158. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic, 800-1000m. Native.
  67. Dendrobium jyrdii Cabactulan, Cootes, M.Leon & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 11; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803024 (CAHUP073649, holo), cult. from Palawan: 780m, 30-Apr-18. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
  68. Dendrobium lobbii Teijsm. & Binn., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 5 (1853) 491; ≡ Conostalix lobbii (Teijsm. & Binn.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 444. Distribution: Philippines. BOHOL, SAMAR. Native.
  69. Dendrobium loherianum Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 62; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 350; ≡ Flickingeria loheriana (Kraenzl.) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 14. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  70. Dendrobium lunatum Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3 (1859) 4; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 351; Cortez et al., Check List 19 (2023) 989; ≡ Aporum lunatum (Lindl.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 296. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Sultan Kudarat (photos), PALAWAN, SIARGAO. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-500m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  71. Dendrobium luxurians J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 3rd Sér. 3 (1921) 288; ≡ Flickingeria luxurians (J.J.Sm.) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 457; Orquídea (Rio de Janeiro) 27 (1965) 305; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 159; ≡ Desmotrichum luxurians (J.J.Sm.) Carr, Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 7 (1932) 9; ≡ Ephemerantha luxurians (J.J.Sm.) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 105. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. DINAGAT, MINDANAO: Surigao, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 300m. Native.
  72. Dendrobium luzonense Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 30(Misc.) (1844) 54; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 351; ≡ Grastidium luzonense (Lindl.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1997) 89; Type: from Philippines. = Grastidium alagense (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1997) 57; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 167; ≡ Dendrobium alagense Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 328. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Aurora, Benguet, Isabela, Kalinga, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Davao, Davao del Norte, Lanao, Lanao del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, sea-level to 1300m. Fairly common. Native.
  73. Dendrobium lydiae Cootes, M.Leon & Naive, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 3; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL 014/2016 (CMUH00010803, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon (cult. in Misamis Oriental), 27-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1200m. Native.
  74. Dendrobium macrophyllum A.Rich., Voy. Astrolabe 2 (1834) 22; ≡ Sayeria macrophylla (A.Rich.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 467; ≡ Latourorchis macrophylla (A.Rich.) Brieger, Orchideen (Schlechter), 3rd Ed. 1 (1981) 727. Distribution: LUZON: Bataan, Rizal, MINDANAO: Zamboanga del Norte (photos). Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
    • var. macrophyllum. Distribution: Malesia, Pacific Ocean, Philippines. Native.
  75. Dendrobium marivelense Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 180; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 351; ≡ Ceraia marivelensis (Ames) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 12; ≡ Aporum marivelense (Ames) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 440. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: Possibly a synonym of Dendrobium parciflorum Rchb.f. ex Lindl. 1050m (photos). Native.
  76. Dendrobium masarangense Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 78; Type: from Indonesia. Distribution: Java, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines. Native.
  77. Dendrobium merrillii Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 181; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 352; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 80; Cortez et al., Check List 19 (2023) 989; ≡ Aporum merrillii (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 296; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 27. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Ifugao, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR, SIARGAO. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-350m. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  78. Dendrobium microphyton L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 47; ≡ Cadetia microphyton (L.O.Williams) Christenson, Lindleyana 7 (1992) 89; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 67. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. BOHOL, BUCAS GRANDE (photos), MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Surigao del Sur (photos), PANAY (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Epiphyte or lithophyte. 60m (photos) to 300-1000m. Native.
  79. Dendrobium milaniae Fessel & Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 47 (1996) A131; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 113. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora (photos), MINDANAO: Davao del Sur (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 600m to 1200-1670m (photos). Native.
  80. Dendrobium mindanaense Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 423; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 352; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 81; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 114; ≡ Ceraia mindanaensis (Ames) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 12; ≡ Aporum mindanaense (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 296. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CULION, LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Cotabato, Davao, Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur (photos), NEGROS, PALAWAN, POLILLO. Notes: Epiphytic, also found in mangroves. 0-300m. Native.
  81. Dendrobium miyasakii Ames & Quisumb., PJS 44 (1931) 373; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 114. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Pampanga, Zambales. Notes: Terrestrial or lithophytic, c. 600m. Native.
  82. Dendrobium modestum Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 222; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 352; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 82; ≡ Ceraia modesta (Rchb.f.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 292. Distribution: CORON, LUZON: Abra (photos), Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, often in well-lit sites. 350m (photos) to 1200m. Native.
  83. Dendrobium multiramosum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 129; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 352; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 114; ≡ Ceraia multiramosa (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 292. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDORO. Notes: Ephiphytic, low elevation. Native.
  84. Dendrobium nebularum Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1912) 540; ≡ Pedilonum nebularum (Schltr.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 461. Native.
  85. Dendrobium nemorale L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 41; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 82; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 115. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Aurora, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 400m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  86. Dendrobium niveobarbatum Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(4) (2008) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 115; ≡ Ceraia niveobarbata (Cootes) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 60. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 500m. Native.
  87. Dendrobium obrienianum Kraenzl., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 11 (1892) 266; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 352. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  88. Dendrobium omissum Schuit. & Peter B.Adams, Muelleria 29 (2011) 67; ≡ Flickingeria praetermissa W.Suarez & Cootes, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 15(2) (2007) 19; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 159; Type: Wenzel 65 (AMES, holo), Leyte: Leyte, Dagami, Puguahaan, 17-May-1913. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, Lanao del Norte (photos), Zamboanga, MINDORO. Notes: Lowland mixed dipterocarp forests, epiphytic on limbs of medium-sized to tall trees, in exposed sites, 120-750m. P.B. Pelser (6-May-2022): the name Dendrobium praetermissum is occupied by Dendrobium praetermissum Seidenf. Native.
  89. Dendrobium orbilobulatum Fessel & Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 47 (1996) A232; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 83; ≡ Euphlebium orbilobulatum (Fessel & Lückel) M.A.Clem. & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 26; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 156. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic, hanging over water, c. 600m. Native.
  90. Dendrobium ornithoflorum Ames, Orchidaceae 3 (1908) 60; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 352; ≡ Grastidium ornithoflorum (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1997) 95; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 168; Type: FB 4627 Mearns & Hutchinson. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, CAMIGUIN (photos), LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental (photos), NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 2000m. Native.
  91. Dendrobium pachyphyllum (Kuntze) Bakh.f., Blumea 12 (1963) 69; ≡ Ceraia pachyphylla (Kuntze) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 60; ≡ Callista pachyphylla Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 654. Distribution: India to Malesia, Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao. Native.
  92. Dendrobium papilio Loher, Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 21 (1897) 416; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 352; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 83; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 115; Ormerod & Juswara, Harvard Papers in Botany 27 (2022) 171; ≡ Aporum papilio (Loher) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 441; Type: Loher 477 (K, neo), Luzon: Tonglon, and Benguet, Galou. = Dendrobium vanoverberghii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 425; Type: Vanoverbergh 1345 (AMES, holo; GH, K, L, iso), Luzon: Bontoc subprov, 19-Jul-1911. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, Benguet, Camarines Norte, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, Surigao del Sur, NEGROS. Notes: Lithophytic or epiphytic, over 1200m. Native.
  93. Dendrobium papilionaceum (Cootes & M.A.Clem.) Naive & Alejandro, Phytotaxa 356 (2018) 100; ≡ Euphlebium papilionaceum Cootes & M.A.Clem., Die Orchidee 3 (2017) 81; Type: J.E. Cootes s.n. (CANB, holo), cult. ex Mindoro: Puerto Galera. = Dendrobium sibuyanense Lubag-Arquiza, Naranja, Baldos & Sacdalan, Orchid Digest 70 (2006) 174, nom. inval.; Phil. Agr. Sci. 88 (2005) 4, 484, nom. inval.; ≡ Euphlebium sibuyanense (Lubag-Arquiza, Naranja, Baldos & Sacdalan) M.A.Clem. & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 26, nom. inval.; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 157. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic, 500-700m. P.B. Pelser (17-Aug-2019): see Sennikov 2010 for notes about the nomenclature of Dendrobium sibuyanense and Euphlebium sibuyanense. Native.
  94. Dendrobium parietiforme J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 2 (1903) t.117C; ≡ Flickingeria parietiformis (J.J.Sm.) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 457; Type: from Sulawesi. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi, Taiwan. BASILAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, low elevation. Native.
  95. Dendrobium parthenium Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 24 (1885) 489; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 116. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 900m. Native.
  96. Dendrobium pentapterum Schltr., Nachtr. Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee (1905) 161; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 83; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 116. Distribution: New Guinea, Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: On mossy branches, 500-2500m. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  97. Dendrobium pergracile Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 423; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 353; ≡ Grastidium pergracile (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1997) 97; Type: M.S. Clemens 999. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur. Native.
  98. Dendrobium phillipsii Ames & Quisumb., PJS 56 (1935) 457; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 84; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 117. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, c. 800m. Native.
  99. Dendrobium planibulbe Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29(Misc.) (1843) 54; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 353; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 84; ≡ Ceraia planibulbis (Lindl.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 293; ≡ Aporum planibulbe (Lindl.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 441. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. BASILAN, MINDANAO: Agusan, Lanao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, Zamboanga Sibugay, SAMAR. Native.
  100. Dendrobium planum J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 352. = Grastidium leytense (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1997) 89; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 168; ≡ Dendrobium leytense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 126; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 350. Distribution: Java, New Guinea, Philippines, Sumatra. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic in forest, 60-500m. Native.
  101. Dendrobium platycaulon Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1892 (1892) 139; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 353; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 85; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 117. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, MINDANAO: Surigao, Zamboanga. Notes: Epiphytic in shaded sites, c. 500m. Native.
  102. Dendrobium plicatile Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.) (1840) 10; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 353; ≡ Flickingeria fimbriata (Blume) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 454; Orquídea (Rio de Janeiro) 27 (1965) 303; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 158; ≡ Ephemerantha fimbriata (Blume) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 103; ≡ Dendrobium fimbriatum (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 76, nom. illeg., non Hook.; ≡ Desmotrichum fimbriatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 329; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Borneo, China, Java, Malay Peninsula, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. BOHOL, CATANDUANES, CEBU (photos), DINAGAT, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Cagayan, Isabela, Laguna, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, Tarlac, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Cotabato, Lanao, Sultan Kudarat (photos), Surigao, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PALAWAN, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. (?-)800m to 1047m (photos). Native.
  103. Dendrobium polytrichum Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 328; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 353; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 86; ≡ Ceraia polytricha (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 293. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Bataan, Cagayan, Isabela, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDORO, POLILLO. Notes: Usually a sun-loving epiphyte, up to 500m. Native.
  104. Dendrobium profusum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 21 (1884) 510; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 354; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 87; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 118. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, Camarines, Laguna (photos), Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic in well-lit sites. 100-500m. Native.
  105. Dendrobium pseudoconvexum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 135; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 354; ≡ Flickingeria pseudoconvexa (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 458; Orquídea (Rio de Janeiro) 27 (1965) 306; ≡ Desmotrichum pseudoconvexum (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 20 (1957) 126; ≡ Ephemerantha pseudoconvexa (Ames) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 105. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Laguna, Rizal, Sorsogon. Native.
  106. Dendrobium pseudoequitans Fessel & Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 51 (2000) 83; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 118; ≡ Ceraia pseudoequitans (Fessel & Lückel) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 293. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Notes: Epiphytic at low elevation. Native.
  107. Dendrobium pterocarpum Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 354. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, South Cotabato. Native.
  108. Dendrobium purpureostelidium Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 136; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 354; ≡ Flickingeria purpureostelidia (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 458; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 159; ≡ Desmotrichum purpureostelidium (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 20 (1957) 127; ≡ Ephemerantha purpureostelidium (Ames) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 105. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte, MINDORO, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Native.
  109. Dendrobium quisumbingii A.D.Hawkes & A.H.Heller, Lloydia 20 (1957) 123; ≡ Aporum macgregorii M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 296; ≡ Dendrobium macgregorii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 17, nom. illeg., non F.Muell. & Kraenzl. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, POLILLO. Notes: Jim Cootes and Derek Cabactulan (15-Jan-25) consider Dendrobium quisumbingii to be a synonym of Dendrobium merrillii. Mangrove swamp. 0m. Native.
  110. Dendrobium ramosii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 18; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 354; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 87; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 119. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ilocos Sur, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, MINDANAO: Zamboanga. Notes: Terrestrial, over 1200m. Native.
  111. Dendrobium ravanii Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2008 (2008) 70; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 119. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, 500-800m. Native.
  112. Dendrobium restrepioides (W.Suarez & M.A.Clem.) J.M.H.Shaw, Orchid Rev. 124(Suppl. 1314) (2016) 35; ≡ Flickingeria restrepioides W.Suarez & M.A.Clem., OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 68; Type: ORG 1866 (CANB, holo). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Zambales, MINDORO. Notes: 1300m. Native.
  113. Dendrobium reypimentelii Cootes, Cabactulan & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 7; Type: M.D. De Leon 004/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 9-Dec-16. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  114. Dendrobium rhodochilum (Ferreras & Cootes) Schuit. & Peter B.Adams, Muelleria 29 (2011) 66; ≡ Euphlebium rhodochilum Ferreras & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 54; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 156. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 350m. Native.
  115. Dendrobium rhombeum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29 (1843) t.17; Clements & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 16 (2009) 19; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 119; Type: Cuming 319 (K-LINDL, holo), cult: Loddiges ex Manila, Aug-1842. ≠ Dendrobium heterocarpum auct. non Wall. ex Lindl.; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1924) 349; Valmayor, Orchidiana Philippiniana 1 (1984) 154; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 78. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Benguet, Ilocos, Laguna (photos), Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, Sultan Kudarat (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 400m (photos) to 986-1000(-?)m. Native.
  116. Dendrobium rubroflavum Ormerod & Naive, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 283; Type: Quisumbing 6092 (BS 79073) (AMES, holo), Luzon: cult. ex Mr. Brown’s garden, Bureau Sci. Orch. House, Manila, 5-Jun-1930. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. ?CORON, ?CULION. Notes: Exact origin unknown. Native.
  117. Dendrobium sanderae Rolfe, Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 45 (1909) 374; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 354; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 87; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 120. = Dendrobium sanderae var. majus Anon., Orchid J. 3 (1954) 113. = Dendrobium sanderae var. milleri Quisumb., Philipp. Orchid Rev. 6 (1958) 11. = Dendrobium sanderae var. parviflorum Anschütz ex Quisumb., Philipp. Orchid Rev. 2 (1949) 3; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 120. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BABUYAN ISLS, CALAYAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora (photos), Benguet, Cagayan, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-1700m. Conservation status: Vulnerable (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
    • var. emilianum M.Leon, Cabactulan, Cootes & V.T.Usita, Orchidee, Taxon. Mitt. 8 (2022) 64; Type: MDL 2202001 (PNH, holo), Luzon: Zambales, cultivated, 11-Aug-22. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Zambales. Notes: 300-400m. Native.
    • var. luzonicum D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 5 (1997) 30; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 120. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CALAYAN, LUZON: Cagayan, Nueva Vizcaya (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, to 300m. Native.
  118. Dendrobium schettleri Cootes, Cabactulan, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 8; Type: M.D. De Leon 005/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 3-Dec-16. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  119. Dendrobium schuetzei Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 19 (1911) 224; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 354; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 121. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 300m elevation. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  120. Dendrobium scopa Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28(Misc.) (1842) 55; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 354; ≡ Flickingeria scopa (Lindl.) Brieger, Orchideen (Schlechter), 3rd Ed. 1 (1981) 742; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 160; ≡ Desmotrichum scopa (Lindl.) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1910) 349; ≡ Ephemerantha scopa (Lindl.) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 106. Distribution: New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sulawesi, Taiwan. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Tarlac, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Cotabato, South Cotabato, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic, up to 500m. Native.
  121. Dendrobium serratilabium L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 45; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 90; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 121. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN (photos), DINAGAT, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay (photos), Aurora, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur (photos), Misamis, Misamis Oriental (photos), NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphytic in deep shade. 500-1200m to 1240m (photos). Native.
  122. Dendrobium setigerum Ames ex M.A.Clem., Austral. Orchid Rev. 64 (1999) 7; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 90; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 121. ≠ Dendrobium ternatense auct. non J.J.Sm.; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1924) 356. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Laguna, Mountain Province, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, usually up to 500m. Synonym of Dendrobium macrophyllum var. macrophyllum? Native.
  123. Dendrobium sinuosum Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 96; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 355; ≡ Ceraia sinuosa (Ames) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2010 (2010) 12; ≡ Aporum sinuosum (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 297. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Native.
  124. Dendrobium spurium (Blume) J.J.Sm., Fl. Buitenz. 6 (Orch. Jav.) (1905) 343; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 355; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 91; ≡ Dendrocolla spuria Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 290. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Singapore, Sumatra. LUZON: Bataan, Cagayan, Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), Davao del Sur, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic on tree trunks in well-lit sites, lowlands. Native.
  125. Dendrobium stricticalcarum W.Suarez & Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73 (2008) 23; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 121. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, 500-1100m. Native.
  126. Dendrobium stuposum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24(Misc.) (1838) 94; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 122. = Dendrobium pristinum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 133; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 353; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 86; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 117. Distribution: Bhutan, China, India, Java, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. LUZON: Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1000m. Native.
  127. Dendrobium surigaense H.P.Wood, Dendrobiums (2006) 704, nom. inval.; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 122; ≡ Dendrobium sanderae var. surigaense Quisumb., Philipp. Orchid Rev. 4 (1951) 2. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Surigao. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 300m. Also considered a synonym of Dendrobium sanderae Rolfe. Dendrobium surigaense H.P.Wood was not validly published, because it has an incorrect basionym reference. Native.
  128. Dendrobium taurinum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29 (1843) t.28; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 356; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 91; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 123; ≡ Durabaculum taurinum (Lindl.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Orchadian 13 (2002) 489. = Dendrobium taurinum forma album Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. A-V(3) (1983) 16; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 123. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT, HOMONHON, LUZON: Bulacan, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, PALAWAN, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 300m elevation. Conservation status: Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  129. Dendrobium tiongii Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 75(5) (2010) 58; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 123; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440; ≡ Coelandria armeniaca M.A.Clem. & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 22. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao de Oro (photos), Misamis, Misamis Oriental (photos). Notes: 1000-1250m (photos). Native.
  130. Dendrobium unicorne Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 140; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 357; ≡ Flickingeria unicornis (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Orchid Weekly 2 (1961) 459; Orquídea (Rio de Janeiro) 27 (1965) 307; ≡ Desmotrichum unicorne (Ames) A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 20 (1957) 127; ≡ Ephemerantha unicornis (Ames) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 106. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna. Native.
  131. Dendrobium uniflorum Griff., Not. Pl. Asiat. 3 (1851) 305; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 357; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 92; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 123; ≡ Distichorchis uniflora (Griff.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 282. = Dendrobium quadrisulcatum J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 25 (1917) 49; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 118. = Distichorchis angusta (Quisumb.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 280; ≡ Dendrobium uniflorum var. angustum Quisumb., Philipp. Orchid Rev. 3 (1950) 9. ≠ Dendrobium revolutum auct. non Lindl.; Merr., EPFP 1 (1924) 363. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. BASILAN, BILIRAN, DINAGAT, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Aurora, Bataan, Cagayan, Ilocos Norte, Kalinga, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao Oriental, Lanao del Sur, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, POLILLO, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic, often in well-lit sites. (?-)300-700m. Native.
  132. Dendrobium × usitae T.Yukawa, Ann. Tsukuba Bot. Gard. 14 (1995) 43; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 124. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BABUYAN. Notes: Natural hybrid: Dendrobium bullenianum × Dendrobium goldschmidtianum. Epiphytic, up to 300m. Native.
  133. Dendrobium usterii Schltr., Bull. Herb. Boissier, 2nd Sér. 6 (1906) 458; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 357; ≡ Ceraia usterii (Schltr.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 294; ≡ Flickingeria usterii (Schltr.) Brieger, Orchideen (Schlechter), 3rd Ed. 1 (1981) 742; ≡ Ephemerantha usterii (Schltr.) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Taxon 10 (1961) 107. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  134. Dendrobium usterioides Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 142; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 357; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 124; ≡ Ceraia usterioides (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 294. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 500m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  135. Dendrobium valmayorae D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 18(1) (2009) 4, nom. inval.; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 124. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, c. 500m. Native.
  136. Dendrobium velutinelabrum M.A.Clem. & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 18; ≡ Dendrobium aureum var. philippinense Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 13 (1880) 72; ≡ Dendrobium heterocarpum var. philippinense (Rchb.f.) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1910) 45; Type: Veitch 142 (Christy) (W, holo), cult: Royal Exotic Nursery, Chelsea, Jan-1880. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato (photos). Native.
  137. Dendrobium ventricosum Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1910) 209; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 357; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 93; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 124; ≡ Ceraia ventricosa (Kraenzl.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 294. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BATAN, LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Sorsogon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Davao, Surigao, Surigao del Norte. Notes: Erroneously reported for Taiwan (Lin et al. 2016); epiphytic, up to 300m. Native.
  138. Dendrobium victoriae-reginae Loher, Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 21 (1897) 399; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 358; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 125; ≡ Pedilonum victoriae-reginae (Loher) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 465. = Dendrobium victoriae-reginae forma album Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. A-V(3) (1983) 16. = Dendrobium coeleste Loher, Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 22 (1897) 1. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN (photos), CAMIGUIN, LUZON: Aurora, Benguet, Cagayan (photos), Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic in mossy cloud forests. 920m (photos) to 1300(-?)m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  139. Dendrobium wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 144; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 358; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 94; ≡ Aporum wenzelii (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 297; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 27. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Quezon, MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic up to 500m. Native.
  140. Dendrobium yeageri Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1934) 447; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 94; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 125. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: Epiphytic above 1000m. Native.
  141. Dendrobium zamboangense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 145; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 358; Ormerod et al., Harvard Papers in Botany 24 (2019) 285; Type: Merrill 8174 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Zamboanga, Nov/Dec-1911. = Dendrobium bunuanense Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 9 (1925) 53; ≡ Dendrobium appendiculoides Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 93, nom. illeg., non J.J.Sm; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 345; Type: BS 38940 Ramos & Edaño (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Mt Bunuan, 27-Jun-1920. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao, Zamboanga. Notes: 1525m. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Dendrobium compactum Rolfe ex Hemsl., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 36 (1904) 400; Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew (1906) 113; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 84. Distribution: China, Malay Peninsula, ?Philippines, Thailand.
  2. Dendrobium hercoglossum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 26 (1886) 487; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 489. Distribution: China, Indochina, Malay Peninsula, ?Philippines, Thailand.
  3. Dendrobium parciflorum Rchb.f. ex Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3 (1858) 4. Distribution: India to China, ?Philippines.
  4. Dendrobium sanguinolentum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28(Misc.) (1842) 62. Distribution: Malesia, ?Philippines, Thailand. ?SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Jim Cootes (23-Jul-26): It is highly doubtful that this species occurs in the Philippines.

Dendrolirium Blume

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 28 May 2026
  1. Dendrolirium ornatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 345; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 145; ≡ Eria ornata (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 66; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 373. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Abra (photos), Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao de Oro (photos), Sultan Kudarat (photos), Zamboanga, PALAWAN (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. (?-)700-1200m (photos) to 1450m. Native.

Didymoplexiella Garay

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 14 July 2024
  1. Didymoplexiella philippinensis (Ames) Cootes, Orchids Austral. 32 (2020) 10; ≡ Didymoplexis philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 24; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 268. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Batangas (photos), Camarines, PALAWAN. Notes: Forest up to 300m elevation. Native.

Didymoplexis Griff.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 16 August 2026
  1. Didymoplexis micradenia (Rchb.f.) Hemsl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 20 (1883) 311; ≡ Epiphanes micradenia Rchb.f., Fl. Vit. (1868) 295; Type: from Fiji. Distribution: Malesia to Taiwan and Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), NEGROS. Native.
  2. Didymoplexis pallens Griff., Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 4 (1844) 383; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 267; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 145; Type: from India. Distribution: Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, China, India, Java, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BOHOL (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Bulacan (photos), Camarines, Laguna, Pampanga, Rizal, Sorsogon (photos), PALAWAN, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial. 0-300m. Native.
  3. Didymoplexis striata J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 2 (1903) t.104B. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Thailand. LUZON: Aurora, Quezon. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). c. 820m. Native.

Dienia Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 12 July 2026
  1. Dienia carinata Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 223; ≡ Crepidium carinatum (Rchb.f.) Marg., Edinburgh J. Bot. 62 (2005) 165-179. = Dienia benguetensis (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 41; ≡ Crepidium benguetense (Ames) Marg., Ann. Bot. Fenn. 39 (2002) 65; ≡ Malaxis benguetensis Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 43; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303. Distribution: Philippines, Sumatra. LUZON: Benguet, Pampanga, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Native.
  2. Dienia ophrydis (J.Koenig) Seidenf., Contr. Orchid Fl. Thailand 13 (1997) 18; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 146; ≡ Malaxis ophrydis (J.Koenig) Ormerod, Descr. Epidendrorum J.G.König (1995) 18; ≡ Crepidium ophrydis (J.Koenig) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 38; ≡ Epidendrum ophrydis J.Koenig, Observ. Bot. (Retzius) 6 (1791) 46; Type: from India. = Dienia curranii (Ames) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 41; ≡ Malaxis curranii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 44; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303. = Dienia latifolia (Sm.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, Lasianthera 1 (1996) 41; ≡ Malaxis latifolia Sm., Cycl. 22 (1819) n.3; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 304; Type: from Nepal. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Abra (photos), Aurora (photos), Batangas, Benguet, Cavite, Laguna, Mountain Province, Pangasinan (photos), Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur (photos), Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN, ROMBLON (photos), TABLAS (photos), TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Terrestrial, low elevation. 50-200m (photos). Native.

Diglyphosa Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 26 February 2026
  1. Diglyphosa elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1555; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 280. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur (photos), South Cotabato (photos). Native.
  2. Diglyphosa latifolia Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 336. Distribution: China, India, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur (photos), NEGROS. Notes: 1200-1670m. Native.

Dilochia Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 6 February 2020
  1. Dilochia deleoniae Tandang & Galindon, PhytoKeys 139 (2020) 92; Type: Tadiosa 2059 with Tandang (PNH, holo; CMUH, BRIT, CAHUP, iso), Mindanao: Davao Oriental, San Isidro, Mt Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary, 7-Jul-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao Oriental. Notes: 1100-1650m. Conservation status: Vulnerable (Tandang et al. 2020). DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  2. Dilochia elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1554; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 317; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 146. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 500m. Native.
  3. Dilochia wallichii Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 38; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 146. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. MINDANAO: Davao Oriental, Davao de Oro (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, up to 800m. Native.

Dimorphorchis Rolfe.

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 13 April 2014
  1. Dimorphorchis breviscapa (J.J.Sm.) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 64; ≡ Arachnis breviscapa J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 74. = Arachnis longicaulis (Schltr.) L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 31; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 28; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 32; ≡ Vandopsis longicaulis Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1913) 973. = Arachnis lyonii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 221; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 427. = Arachnis longicaulis forma flavescens Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 5 (1983) 16. Distribution: New Guinea, Philippines. LUZON: Isabela, Nueva Ecija, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: High-canopy epiphyte, usually at c. 1000m. Native.

Dipodium R.Br.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 15 April 2025
  1. Dipodium fevrellii J.J.Sm., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 65 (1933) 497; Fernando et al., Forest Flora of Dinagat (2017) 36; Type: from Sulawesi. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. DINAGAT, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao Oriental, Surigao del Sur, MINDORO, PANAY, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Notes: (?-)600m. Native.
    • ssp. deleonii P.O'Byrne, Malesian Orchid J. 19 (2017) 47; Type: Tandang & Tadiosa s.n. (PNH, holo), Samar: Brgy San Isidro, Samar Island National Park. Palau, Philippines. ≠ Dipodium paludosum auct. non (Griff.) Rchb.f.; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1925) 402; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 112; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 147. Distribution: LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental, Surigao del Sur, MINDORO, PANAY, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Notes: Up to 600m. Native.
  2. Dipodium purpureum J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 4 (1910) t.304; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Moluccas, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: 650-917m (photos). Native.
    • ssp. philippinense P.O'Byrne, Malesian Orchid J. 19 (2017) 107; Type: Ridsdale 1230 (L, holo; K, PNH, iso), Mindoro: San Teodoro. ≠ Dipodium pictum auct. non (Lindl.) Rchb.f.; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 148. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO, MINDORO, NEGROS. Native.
  3. Dipodium wenzelii P.O'Byrne, Malesian Orchid J. 19 (2017) 87; Type: Wenzel 418 (K, holo; L, PNH, SING, iso), Leyte: Buenavista, Jaro, 500 m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Native.

Disperis Sw.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 24 August 2019
  1. Disperis neilgherrensis Wight, Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. (Wight) 5 (1851) t.1719; Kurzweil, Blumea 50 (2005) 145; Adansonia sér. 3, 27(2) (2005) 174; Type: from India. = Disperis philippinensis Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9 (1911) 436; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 260; Type: Merrill 4215 (AMES, iso), Luzon: Pampanga, Mt Arayat, very scattered among boulders on forested slopes, 300-700m, Sep-1905. = Disperis siamensis Rolfe ex Downie, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1925 (1925) 422; Type: from Thailand. = Stigmatodactylus palawensis Tuyama, Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 53 (1939) 57. Distribution: Hong Kong, India, Java, Moluccas, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand. LUZON: Batangas, Pampanga, Sorsogon, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial at 300-700m. Native.

Epiblastus Schltr.

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 13 March 2024
  1. Epiblastus merrillii L.O.Williams, PJS 71 (1940) 113; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 148. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao de Oro (photos), Misamis, Misamis Oriental (photos), South Cotabato, Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic, 1000-2350 m. Native.

Epidendrum L. (Not native)

Last edited by Jayson Mansibang & Pieter B. Pelser, 23 August 2021
  1. Epidendrum radicans Pav. ex Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1831) 104. Distribution: C & S America. LUZON: Aurora. Notes: Naturalized in secondary forest in San Luis, Aurora (Jayson Mansibang, pers. comm. 23-Aug-21). Naturalized.

Epigeneium Gagnep.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 5 July 2026
  1. Epigeneium acuminatum (Rolfe) Summerh., Kew Bull. 12 (1957) 260; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 113; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 149; ≡ Katherinea acuminata (Rolfe) A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 19 (1956) 94; ≡ Dendrobium acuminatum Rolfe, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 86, nom. illeg., non Kunth; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 343; Type: C.A. Wenzel 47. = Dendrobium acutilingue Schuit. & Peter B.Adams, Muelleria 29 (2011) 65. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra, Apayao, Aurora, Bataan, Benguet, Kalinga, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, often in full sun. 500-2000m. Native.
  2. Epigeneium stella-silvae (Loher & Kraenzl.) Summerh., Kew Bull. 12 (1957) 265; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 150; ≡ Katherinea stella-silvae (Loher & Kraenzl.) A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 19 (1956) 97; ≡ Dendrobium stella-silvae (Loher & Kraenzl.) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 139; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 356; ≡ Sarcopodium stella-silvae Loher & Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 7 (1909) 40. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra, Apayao (photos), Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Rizal, Zambales. Notes: Epiphytic, Forest slope. 500(-?)m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  3. Epigeneium treacherianum (Rchb.f. ex Hook.f.) Summerh., Kew Bull. 12 (1957) 265; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 150; ≡ Katherinea treacheriana (Rchb.f. ex Hook.f.) A.D.Hawkes, Lloydia 19 (1956) 97; ≡ Dendrobium treacherianum Rchb.f. ex Hook.f., Bot. Mag. 107 (1881) t.6591. = Epigeneium lyonii (Ames) Summerh., Kew Bull. 12 (1957) 263; ≡ Dendrobium lyonii Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 177; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 351; Type: Lyon s.n. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Bataan, Kalinga, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDORO, NEGROS, SAMAR. Notes: Commonly epiphytic, occasionally lithophytic, often in well-lit sites. 600-1200m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.

Epipogium Gmel. ex Borkh.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 10 May 2026
  1. Epipogium roseum (D.Don) Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 1 (1857) 177; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 265; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 151; ≡ Limodorum roseum D.Don, Prodr. Fl. Nepal. (1825) 30; Type: from Nepal. Distribution: Australia, China, India, Japan, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Nepal, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Bataan, Benguet (photos), Cagayan (photos), Camarines Norte (photos), Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, Lanao, Lanao del Sur, Misamis, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial in forest. 250-1350m (photos). Native.

Eria Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & J.P. Collantes, 30 August 2023
  1. Eria cochleata Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 30(Misc.) (1844) 14; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366; Ormerod & Juswara, Harvard Papers in Botany 27 (2022) 172; Type: Loddiges s.n. (K-L, holo), cult. from Luzon: Manila. = Eria merrillii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 331; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 372; Type: Merrill 5519 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Mindoro: Alag River, 12-Nov-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Surigao, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: 120-800m. Native.
  2. Eria sessilifolia (J.Fraser) D.L.Roberts & Sayers, Bot. Mag., n.s. 22 (2005) 40; ≡ Tainia sessilifolia J.Fraser, Gard. World 7 (1898) 187; Schuiteman et al., Nordic J. Bot. 26 (2008) 290. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), Surigao, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: Synonym of Eria javanica (Schuiteman et al. 2008)? Native.
  3. Eria stellata Lindl., Bot. Reg. 11 (1825) t.904; Ormerod & Juswara, Harvard Papers in Botany 27 (2022) 174; Type: from Java. = Eria javanica var. philippinensis Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 26, nom. inval., nom. nud. ≠ Eria javanica auct. non (Sw.) Blume; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1924) 369; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 117; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 151. Distribution: Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Laguna, Rizal, MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur. Notes: 0-1200m. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Eria cymbiformis J.J.Sm., Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl. 1 (1904) 152. Distribution: ?Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra.

Erythrodes Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 28 March 2021
  1. Erythrodes boettcheri Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 8; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 273. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Kalinga. Notes: 1000m. Native.
  2. Erythrodes latifolia Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 410. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. BASILAN (photos), CATANDUANES (photos), LUZON: Quezon (photos). Notes: 380m (photos). Native.
  3. Erythrodes weberi Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 30; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 273. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. JOLO, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Sur, Lanao del Sur. Notes: Terrestrial in shady forest at 10m elevation. In Jolo at 830m elevation. Native.
  4. Erythrodes wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 31; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 273; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 88; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 152. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: ?Albay (photos), Quezon, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial, 600-1800m. Native.

Erythrorchis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 10 March 2018
  1. Erythrorchis altissima (Blume) Blume, Rumphia 1 (1837) 200; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 152; ≡ Galeola altissima (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1865) 77; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 262; Holttum, Rev. Fl. Malaya 1 (1954) 99; ≡ Cyrtosia altissima Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 396; Type: from Java. = Erythrorchis ochobiensis (Hayata) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 30 (1986) 234; ≡ Galeola ochobiensis Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 6 (1916) 87; Type: from Taiwan. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BABUYAN ISLS, CAMIGUIN DE BABUYANES, LUZON: Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDORO (photos), PALAWAN, SAMAR. Notes: Present in Cagayan according to Co; in Quezon according to Cootes (2011). Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.

Eucosia Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser 15 September 2020
  1. Eucosia viridiflora (Blume) M.C.Pace, Brittonia 72 (2020) 264; ≡ Goodyera viridiflora (Blume) Blume, Fl. Javae Nov. Ser. 1 (1858) 34; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 163; ≡ Epipactis viridiflora (Blume) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 61; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 272; ≡ Neottia viridiflora Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 408; Type: from Java. Distribution: Australia, Bhutan, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Java, Malaysia, Nepal, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, MINDANAO: Davao, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte. (?-2000)m. Native.

Eulophia R.Br. ex Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser 12 July 2026
  1. Eulophia bicallosa (D.Don) P.F.Hunt & Summerh., Kew Bull. 20 (1966) 60; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 176; ≡ Bletia bicallosa D.Don, Prodr. Fl. Nepal. (1825) 30; Type: from Nepal. = Eulophia merrillii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 104; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 339; Type: Merrill 5452 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Davao Oriental, Caraga, open grassy slopes, 100m, 6-Oct-1906. = Eulophia vanoverberghii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 13; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 341; Type: Vanoverbergh 336 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Mountain Province, on hillocks, 1350m, 2-Apr-1910. Distribution: Australia, China, India, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malaysia, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Thailand. LUZON: Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, South Cotabato, Surigao. Notes: Near sea-level to 1350m. Probably erroneously reported from Taiwan (Lin et al. 2016). Native.
  2. Eulophia dentata Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 51; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 339. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province, Rizal. Notes: Endemic only if Eulophia taiwanensis Hayata is not considered conspecific (Lin et al. 2016). Native.
  3. Eulophia exaltata Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 38; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 176. = Bletia stricta C.Presl, Reliq. Haenk. 1 (1827) 98; Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 185; ≡ Eulophia stricta (C.Presl) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 103, nom. illeg., non Rolfe; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 340; Type: from Java. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Philippines, Sulawesi. BOHOL, LUZON: Albay, Mountain Province, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), South Cotabato. Native.
  4. Eulophia graminea Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 182; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 153; Type: from Singapore. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. DINAGAT, LUZON: Cagayan (photos), SAMAR (photos). Notes: Terrestrial, up to 500m. Native.
  5. Eulophia nuda Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 180; ≡ Eulophia spectabilis (Dennst.) Suresh, Interpr. Van Rheede's Hort. Malab. (1988) 300, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 154; ≡ Wolfia spectabilis Dennst., Schlüssel Hortus Malab. (1818) 38, nom. illeg. = Eulophia squalida Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.) (1841) 77; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 339. = Eulophia macgregorii Ames, PJS 9c (1914) 12; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. APULIT, BALABAC, BANCALAN, CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, Pampanga, Quezon, Tarlac, Zambales, MANGSEE, MINDANAO: Davao, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial. (?-)100-200m (photos) to 1300m. Native.
  6. Eulophia picta (R.Br.) Ormerod, Checkl. Papuasian Orchids (2017) 293; Naive et al., Phytotaxa 548 (2022) 292; ≡ Cymbidium pictum R.Br., Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. (1810) 331; Type: from Australia. = Limodorum densiflorum Lam., Encycl. (Lamarck) 3 (1792) 516; ≡ Malaxis cernua Willd., Sp. Pl., 4th Ed. 4 (1805) 93, nom. illeg.; ≡ Geodorum densiflorum (Lam.) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4 (1919) 259; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 162; ≡ Eulophia cernua (Willd.) T.C.Hsu, Ill. Fl. Taiwan 2 (2016) 36, nom. illeg.; ≡ Eulophia cernua (Willd.) M.W.Chase, Kumar & Schuit., Phytotaxa 491 (2021) 51, nom. illeg.; Type: from India. = Dendrobium nutans C.Presl, Symb. Bot. (Presl) 1 (1832) 34; ≡ Geodorum nutans (C.Presl) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 164; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 341; Type: T.Haenke, Sym. Bot. 1 (1831) t. 23 (K), Luzon. = Arethusa glutinosa Blanco, Fl. Filip., 1st Ed. (1837) 641; Voucher: Merrill Species Blancoanae 511 (US), Luzon: Near Manila, Oct-1914. = Geodorum semicristatum Lindl., Fol. Orchid. 6 (1855) 2; Type: Cuming 2107 (BM, K, L, syn), Philippines. Distribution: Australia, Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, India, Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. APULIT, BABUYAN ISLS, BANCALAN, BILIRAN, BOHOL (photos), BUSUANGA, CEBU (photos), DALUPIRI, JOLO (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Albay (photos), Apayao (photos), Bataan, Batangas (photos), Benguet (photos), Camarines, Camarines Sur, Cavite, Ilocos Sur (photos), Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales (photos), MASBATE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Sultan Kudarat (photos), Surigao, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: The name Eulophia densiflora is already occupied by Eulophia densiflora Lindl. Terrestrial in secondary forests and open grasslands and other degraded habitats. 0-500m to 949-980m (photos). Native.
  7. Eulophia pulchra (Thouars) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 182; ≡ Eulophidium pulchrum (Thouars) Summerh., Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 27 (1957) 400; ≡ Oeceoclades pulchra (Thouars) P.J.Cribb & M.A.Clem., Austral. Orchid Rev. 1 (1989) 99; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 193; Bone et al., Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 179 (2015) 43-56; ≡ Limodorum pulchrum Thouars, Hist. Orchid. (1822) t.43; Type: from Madagascar. = Eulophia macrostachya Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 133; Bot. Reg. 23 (1837) t. 1972; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 339; Type: from Sri Lanka. Distribution: Africa, Australia, Cambodia, India, Indian Ocean, Java, Laos, Madagascar, Malaysia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BILIRAN, BUSUANGA, CAMIGUIN, CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Benguet, Camarines, Laguna, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Lanao, Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Terrestrial, up to 500m. Native.
  8. Eulophia terrestris (L.) M.W.Chase, Kumar & Schuit., Phytotaxa 491 (2021) 53; ≡ Geodorum terrestre (L.) Garay, Harvard Pap. Bot. 2 (1997) 47; ≡ Phaius terrestris (L.) Ormerod, Austral. Orchid Rev. 59 (1994) 14; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 205; ≡ Epidendrum terrestre L., Syst. Nat., 10th Ed. 2 (1759) 1246. Distribution: Bangladesh to Malay Peninsula, Philippines. Native.
  9. Eulophia zollingeri (Rchb.f.) J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 228; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 154; ≡ Cyrtopera zollingeri Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 38; Type: from Java. = Eulophia zollingerioides P.O'Byrne, Malesian Orchid J. 7 (2011) 58. Distribution: Australia, China, India, Java, Malaysia, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BOHOL (photos), CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Bulacan (photos), Isabela (photos), Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Sur (photos), Davao, Davao de Oro (photos), Davao del Sur (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), Sultan Kudarat (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial. 0-1000m. Native.

Galeola Lour.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 10 May 2026
  1. Galeola nudifolia Lour., Fl. Cochinch. (1790) 520; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 160. = Galeola pterosperma (Lindl.) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 386; ≡ Vanilla pterosperma Lindl. ex Wall., Numer. List (1832) n.7402, nom. inval., nom. nud. = Galeola kuhlii Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1865) 78; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 262; Holttum, Rev. Fl. Malaya 1 (1954) 99. Distribution: Bhutan, Borneo, Cambodia, China, Himalayas, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BILIRAN, CAMIGUIN DE BABUYANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Aurora (photos), Batangas, Cagayan, Isabela, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur (photos), Lanao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS (photos), PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: Widely distributed, common species in the Philippines. 75-1150m (photos). Native.

Gastrochilus D.Don

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Wally Suarez, 1 August 2024
  1. Gastrochilus philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 231; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 434; Zhanhe, Guihaia 16 (1996) 136; Type: Elmer 6517 (AMES). ≠ Gastrochilus calceolaris auct. non (Buch.-Ham. ex Sm.) D.Don; Ames & Quisumbing, PJS 47 (1932) 200; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 161. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, MINDANAO: Misamis. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1000m. Wally Suarez (1-Aug-24): Gastrochilus calceolaris does not occur in the Philippines when delimited in the narrow sense. DAO category: Critically Endangered (as Gastrochilus calceolaris). Native.
  2. Gastrochilus sororius Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12 (1913) 315. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. Native.

Gastrodia R.Br.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 10 May 2025
  1. Gastrodia cajanoae Barcelona & Pelser, Phytotaxa 266 (2016) 53; Type: Plaga & Alcala 1 (PNH, holo), Negros: Negros Occidental, Northern Negros Natural Park, Victorias City, Brgy Gawahon, Gawahon Eco-Park, 6-Dec-2015. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte (photos), Bukidnon, Cotabato, NEGROS. Notes: 550–1400m. Conservation status: Least Concern (Pelser et al. 2016). Native.
  2. Gastrodia javanica (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1840) 384; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 268; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 161; ≡ Epiphanes javanica Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 421. Distribution: China, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Pampanga, Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao, Lanao, Lanao del Sur, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY. Notes: Terrestrial, apparently more general in mountainous regions. 500m (photos). Erroneously reported from Taiwan (Lin et al. 2016). Native.
  3. Gastrodia sabahensis J.J.Wood & A.Lamb, Malesian Orchid J. 1 (2008) 139; Pelser et al., Phytotaxa 371 (2018) 30; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. NEGROS. Native.
  4. Gastrodia verrucosa Blume, Mus. Bot. 2 (1856) 175; Suddee & Harwood, Thai For. Bull. (Bot.) 37 (2009) 144-146; Barcelona et al., PJS 142 (2013) 62. Distribution: Japan, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. PANAY. Native.

Glomera Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 31 October 2018
  1. Glomera gastrodioides Cootes, Cabactulan & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 11; Type: M.D. De Leon 008/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 27-Dec-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  2. Glomera merrillii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 419; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 320; Type: Merrill 8290 (AMES, holo). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur. Native.

Goodyera R.Br.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Wally Suarez, 17 August 2024
  1. Goodyera clausa (A.A.Eaton ex Ames) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 392; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 162; ≡ Epipactis clausa A.A.Eaton ex Ames, Orchidaceae 3 (1908) 41; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 271. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial, c. 2200m. Native.
  2. Goodyera elmeri (Ames) Ames, Schedul. Orchid., Corrig. (1938) 37; ≡ Salacistis elmeri (Ames) M.C.Pace, Brittonia 72 (2020) 265; ≡ Epipactis elmeri Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1924) 12; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 271; Type: Elmer 14884 (AMES, holo; AMES, GH, iso), Luzon: Sorsogon, Irosin, Mt Bulusan, Nov-1915. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Sorsogon. Notes: Wally Suarez (17-Aug-24): It is questionable if Goodyera elmeri belongs in Salacistis (as per Pace 2020), but if it does, all Philippine Goodyera should likely need to be transfered to Salacistis. Native.
  3. Goodyera luzonensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 26; ≡ Epipactis luzonensis (Ames) Ames, EPFP 1 (1924) 271. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Quezon. Notes: c. 2000m. Native.
  4. Goodyera ramosii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 409; ≡ Epipactis ramosii (Ames) Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 14; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 271. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, NEGROS. Notes: Mossy forest, on dead trees. Native.

Grammatophyllum Blume

Last edited by Wally Suarez & Pieter B. Pelser, 11 September 2024
  1. Grammatophyllum fenzlianum Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1862) 16. Distribution: Borneo, Moluccas, Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
  2. Grammatophyllum martae Quisumb. ex Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. A-V(3) (1983) 18; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 164. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 300m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  3. Grammatophyllum measuresianum Sander, Gard. & Forest 2 (1889) 524; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 164. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. ?BAJA HANURA, LUMBUCAN, LUZON: Batangas, Cavite, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 500m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  4. Grammatophyllum multiflorum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24(Misc.) (1838) 46; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 164. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Camarines, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 300m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
    • var. multiflorum. = Grammatophyllum multiflorum forma citrinum (Valmayor & D.Tiu) D.Tiu, Deciphering Script. Philipp. Grammatophyllum (2009) 53; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 165; ≡ Grammatophyllum scriptum forma citrinum Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 5 (1983) 18. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay. Native.
    • var. tigrinum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28(Misc.) (1842) 28; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 165; ≡ Grammatophyllum scriptum var. tigrinum (Lindl.) Holttum, Fl. Malaya, 3rd Ed. (1964) 531. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Camarines, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR. Notes: Up to 300 m. Native.
  5. Grammatophyllum ravanii D.Tiu, Deciphering Script. Philipp. Grammatophyllum (2009) 90; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 165. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 560m. DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  6. Grammatophyllum scriptum (L.) Blume, Rumphia 4 (1849) 48; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 399; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 165; ≡ Epidendrum scriptum L., Sp. Pl., 2nd Ed. (1763) 1351. = Grammatophyllum scriptum var. boweri (F.Muell.) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1912) 951; ≡ Grammatophyllum boweri F.Muell., S. Sci. Rec 3 (1883) 1. = Grammatophyllum rumphianum Miq., Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 4 (1869) 219. Distribution: Borneo, Moluccas, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Isls. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR, SARANGANI. Notes: Wally Suarez (10-Aug-24): Absent from Luzon: Merrill 930, Elmer 7878, 15417 and 16847 from Luzon are Grammatophyllum multiflorum. Epiphytic, low elevation. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  7. Grammatophyllum wallisii Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1877) 107; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 166. ≠ Grammatophyllum speciosum auct. non Blume; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1925) 401; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 166. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao Oriental (photos), Surigao, MINDORO, NEGROS, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. (?-)400-600m. DAO category: Critically Endangered (as Grammatophyllum speciosum). Native.

Possibly present

  1. Grammatophyllum elegans Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 18 (1882) 776; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 89. Distribution: Pacific Ocean, ?Philippines. ?NEGROS.

Grosourdya Rchb.f.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 14 June 2025
  1. Grosourdya appendiculata (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 123; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 168; ≡ Pteroceras appendiculatum (Blume) Holttum, Kew Bull. 14 (1960) 269; ≡ Sarcochilus appendiculatus (Blume) J.J.Sm., Fl. Buitenz. 6 (Orch. Jav.) (1905) 564; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 406; ≡ Thrixspermum appendiculatum (Blume) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 682; ≡ Dendrocolla appendiculata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 289; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Borneo, Cambodia, China, Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, low elevation. Native.
  2. Grosourdya emarginata (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 123; ≡ Ascochilus emarginatus (Blume) Schuit., Orchids Sarawak (2001) 145; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 34; ≡ Dendrocolla emarginata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 290. = Ascochilus siamensis Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 375. = Sarcochilus mcgregorii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 213; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 407; ≡ Thrixspermum mcgregorii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 337; Type: R.C. McGregor 288. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. MINDORO, PALAWAN (photos). Notes: Epiphyte up to 300m. Native.
  3. Grosourdya leytensis (Ames) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 65; ≡ Ascochilus leytensis (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 161; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 35; ≡ Sarcochilus leytensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 211; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 407. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte. Native.
  4. Grosourdya mindanaensis (Ames) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 66; ≡ Ascochilus mindanaensis (Ames) Christenson, Indian Orchid J. 1 (1985) 151; Selbyana 9, 1 (1986) 167; ≡ Sarcochilus mindanaensis (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 214; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 407; ≡ Thrixspermum mindanaense Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 436. = Ascochilus calceolaris (Teijsm. & Binn.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 161, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; ≡ Aerides calceolaris Teijsm. & Binn., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 27 (1864) 19, nom. illeg., non Buch.-Ham. ex Sm. Distribution: Java, Philippines. LUZON: Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, SIBUYAN. Native.
  5. Grosourdya muscosa (Rolfe) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 181; ≡ Sarcochilus muscosus Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1893 (1893) 7; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. Native.
  6. Grosourdya tripercus (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 181; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 169; ≡ Sarcochilus tripercus Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 125; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 408. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDORO, SAMAR (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, up to 1200m. Native.

Habenaria Willd.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 15 August 2026
  1. Habenaria alagensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 312; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 255; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 169. = Habenaria luzonensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1550. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay (photos), Camarines Norte (photos), Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao de Oro (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga del Norte, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: Terrestrial, apparently near streams. 0-2000m. Native.
  2. Habenaria aristulifera Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 213; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 256; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 170. = Habenaria cumingii Kraenzl. & Schltr., Orchid. Gen. Sp. 1 (1898) 262. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. ALABAT, BOHOL, LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao, MINDORO, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial, 500-600m. Native.
  3. Habenaria boadanensis Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 153; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 256. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province (photos). Notes: On open slopes at 2000m elevation. Native.
  4. Habenaria congesta Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 38; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 256. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, BUSUANGA, CULION, GUIMARAS, JOLO, LUZON: ?Abra (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Zamboanga, PALAWAN, PANAY. Notes: Apparently in dry open situations at low elevation. Native.
  5. Habenaria curranii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 2; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 256. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Cagayan, MINDORO. Native.
  6. Habenaria dentata (Sw.) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4 (1919) 125; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 170; ≡ Orchis dentata Sw., Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Nya Handl. 21 (1800) 207; Type: from China. Distribution: Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LUZON: Cagayan (photos). Native.
    • var. dentata. Native.
  7. Habenaria diphylla (Nimmo) Dalzell, Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 2 (1850) 262; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 257; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 170; ≡ Liparis diphyllos Nimmo, Cat. Pl. Bombay (1839) 252. Distribution: Bangladesh, India, Philippines. LUZON: Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Rizal, PALAWAN, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial, low to mid elevation. 800m (photos). Native.
  8. Habenaria diwata R.Bustam., J.Collantes & M.R.B.Altamirano, Gard. Bull. Singapore 77 (2025) 103; Type: Collantes & Dela Cruz PTI-SLP1 27 (PNH, holo), Luzon: Albay, Malinao, Mt Malinao, 1227m, 15-May-2022. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay. Notes: 1000-1227m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (Altamirano et al. 2025). Native.
  9. Habenaria falcigera Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1877) 100; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 257. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: 1700m (photos). Native.
  10. Habenaria formosana Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4 (1919) 127; ≡ Peristylus formosanus (Schltr.) T.P.Lin, Native Orchids Taiwan 2 (1977) 274. Distribution: Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. LUZON: Abra (photos). Notes: 700m (photos). Native.
  11. Habenaria gibsonii Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 135; Altamirano et al., Check List 18 (2022) 830. Distribution: Cambodia, India, Laos, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Bulacan (photos), PANAY. Notes: (0-)20-70(-2000)m. Native.
    • var. foetida Blatt. & McCann, J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 36 (1932) 16; Altamirano et al., Check List 18 (2022) 830; Type: from India. Distribution: Cambodia, India, Laos, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. PANAY. Notes: 0-70(-2000)m. Native.
  12. Habenaria gigas Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 160; Chase et al, Phytotaxa 752 (2026) 168. = Peristylus grandis Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 405; Type: from Java. = Peristylus copelandii (Ames) Carr, Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 8 (1935) 168; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 202; ≡ Habenaria copelandii Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 29; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 256; Type: E.B. Copeland 1403 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Bataan, Lamao River, 490m, 8-Aug-1905. Distribution: Java, Malaysia, New Guinea, Philippines, Thailand. BOHOL, CEBU (photos), CORON, CULION, DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Abra (photos), Bataan, Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, SAMAR, SIQUIJOR (photos). Notes: P.B. Pelser (8-Aug-26): Some consider Philippine plants distinct from Habenaria gigas and recognize them as Habenaria copelandii. 0-1525m. Native.
  13. Habenaria goodyeroides D.Don, Prodr. Fl. Nepal. (1825) 25; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 257; ≡ Peristylus goodyeroides (D.Don) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1835) 299; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 202; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 28. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Bhutan, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BOHOL, LUZON: Abra (photos), Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan (photos), Cavite, Ifugao, La Union, Laguna, Mountain Province, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Lanao, Lanao del Sur, Misamis Occidental (photos), South Cotabato (photos), Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN (photos), PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: A fairly common species in the Philippines, especially on Luzon. 480-1300m (photos). Native.
  14. Habenaria hylophiloides (Ormerod) M.W.Chase, X.H.Jin & Schuit., Phytotaxa 752 (2026) 170; ≡ Peristylus hylophiloides Ormerod, Malesian Orchid J. 11 (2013) 74; Type: C.M. Weber 200 (AMES, holo; AMES, GH, iso), Mindanao, Cottabato (Datto) District, Mandaghan, 18-Aug-1911. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Cotabato. Notes: 245m. Native.
  15. Habenaria intrudens Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 1; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 258; ≡ Peristylus intrudens (Ames) Ormerod, Taiwania 56 (2011) 46; Type: Ramos BS 21999 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Rizal, Antipolo, Oct-1913. Distribution: Hong Kong, Nepal, Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Abra (photos), Benguet, Bulacan, Rizal, PANAY (photos). Notes: 90-100m to 990m (photos). Native.
  16. Habenaria jejuna M.W.Chase, X.H.Jin & Schuit., Phytotaxa 752 (2026) 170; ≡ Peristylus gracilis Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 404; Type: from Java. = Habenaria zephyrica Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 16; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 259; Type: M.S. Clemens s.n. (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Lake Lanao, Nov-1906. Distribution: Hong Kong, India, Java, Myanmar, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand. CEBU (photos), MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Terrestrial. 305-915m. Native.
  17. Habenaria lacertifera (Lindl.) Benth., Fl. Hongk. (1861) 362; ≡ Peristylus lacertifer (Lindl.) J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 3rd Sér. 9 (1927) 23; ≡ Coeloglossum lacertiferum Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1835) 302; Type: from Myanmar. Distribution: China, India, Java, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. Native.
  18. Habenaria lancea (Thunb. ex Sw.) M.W.Chase, X.H.Jin & Schuit., Phytotaxa 752 (2026) 171; ≡ Herminium lanceum (Thunb. ex Sw.) Vuijk, Blumea 11 (1961) 228; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 171; ≡ Spiranthes lancea (Thunb. ex Sw.) Backer, Bakh.f. & Steenis, Blumea 6 (1950) 361; ≡ Ophrys lancea Thunb. ex Sw., Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Nya Handl. 21 (1800) 223. = Herminium angustifolium (Lindl.) Benth. ex Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 129; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 255; ≡ Aceras angustifolium Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 18 (1832) t.1525. Distribution: China, Himalayas, India, Japan, Java, Korea, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, Mountain Province. Notes: Reasonably common in this region. Terrestrial. 2000(-?)m. Native.
  19. Habenaria leibergii Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 34; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 258; Quisumbing, The complete writings of Dr. Eduardo A. Quisumbing on Philippine orchids (1981) 154; Type: J.B. Leiberg 6112 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, near Lamao nurseries, 30m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: ?Abra (photos), Bataan, Ilocos Norte, Mountain Province, Rizal. Notes: Montane regions. 1200m? (photos). Native.
  20. Habenaria lingulosa Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 33; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 258. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: Near streams in montane areas, to 1400m. Native.
  21. Habenaria malintana (Blanco) Merr., Sp. Blancoanae (1918) 112; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 258; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 171; ≡ Thelymitra malintana Blanco, Fl. Filip., 1st Ed. (1837) 642. Distribution: China, India, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Abra (photos), Bataan, Benguet, Bulacan, Cagayan (photos), Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Rizal, Tarlac, Zambales, MINDORO. Notes: A common species in Luzon, terrestrial in the forest, up to 750-800m (photos) to 1300m in Mountain Province. Native.
  22. Habenaria monticola Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 413; ≡ Peristylus monticola (Ridl.) Seidenf., Dansk Bot. Ark. 31 (1977) 35; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 202; Type: from Malaysia. = Habenaria bisaeta Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 30; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 256. = Habenaria biloba (Rolfe) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 21 (1925) 121; ≡ Peristylus bilobus Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1899 (1899) 132. Distribution: Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Abra (photos), Benguet, Cagayan, Mountain Province. Notes: Terrestrial in mountain regions at about. 1000m (photos) to 1300-2300m. Native.
  23. Habenaria muricata (Schauer) Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 35; ≡ Dissorhynchium muricatum Schauer, Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 19(Suppl. 1) (1843) 434; ≡ Habenaria hystrix Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 35, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 258; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 170. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BOHOL, DUMARAN, LUZON: Abra (photos), Bataan, Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Pampanga (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Zamboanga, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY (photos), SIQUIJOR. Notes: A rather widely distributed species in the Philippines and fairly common in Luzon. 120-300m to 390m (photos). Native.
  24. Habenaria polytricha Rolfe, Hooker's Icon. Pl. 25 (1896) t.2496; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: China, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. Native.
  25. Habenaria ponerostachys Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 213; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 259; ≡ Peristylus ponerostachys (Rchb.f.) Ormerod, Malesian Orchid J. 11 (2013) 74; Type: Cuming 2095 (W, holo; AMES (photo), BM, K, iso), Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Cotabato, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial in forest. 230-1600m. Native.
  26. Habenaria reticulata Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 154; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 259; ≡ Peristylus reticulatus (Ames) Ormerod, Malesian Orchid J. 11 (2013) 78. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet. Notes: Open pine slopes. 1830-2000m. Native.
  27. Habenaria rhodocheila Hance, Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris), 5th Sér. 5 (1866) 243. Distribution: Cambodia, China, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Abra (photos), MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Cotabato, Davao, Davao del Sur, South Cotabato (photos), Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Native.
    • ssp. philippinensis (Ames) Christenson, Lindleyana 7 (1992) 90; ≡ Pecteilis rhodocheila ssp. philippinensis (Ames) Cootes, Orchids Austral. 32 (2020) 10, nom. inval.; ≡ Habenaria militaris var. philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 40; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 259. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra (photos), MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, South Cotabato (photos), Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial in damp soil. 60-1000m. Native.
  28. Habenaria robinsonii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 5; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 259; ≡ Pecteilis robinsonii (Ames) Cootes & M.A.Clem., Orchids Austral. 32 (2020) 10. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Batangas, Laguna, Quezon, PANAY (photos). Native.
  29. Habenaria rosulata Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 5; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 259. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LUZON: Camarines Norte, Quezon. Native.
  30. Habenaria rumphii (Brongn.) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1835) 320; ≡ Platanthera rumphii Brongn., Voy. Monde, Phan. (1834) 194; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Australia, Bismarck Arch, Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: ?Abra (photos), MINDANAO: ?Bukidnon (photos). Native.
    • var. rumphii. Distribution: Indochina to Australia, Philippines. Native.
  31. Habenaria stenopetala Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1835) 319; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 171; Type: from India. = Habenaria delessertiana Kraenzl., Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 1 (1897) 108; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 257; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Bangladesh, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LUZON: Ilocos Norte (photos), Laguna, MINDANAO: ?Davao Oriental (photos), Lanao del Sur, PANAY. Notes: Terrestrial, up to 1000m. Native.
  32. Habenaria vanoverberghii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 15; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 259. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province. Notes: In wet soil at 1300m. Native.
  33. Habenaria warburgana Kraenzl., Orchid. Gen. Sp. 1 (1898) 467; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 259. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra (photos), Benguet, Ilocos Norte, Mountain Province, Zambales, PALAWAN (photos), PANAY (photos). Notes: (?-)900m. (photos) to1300m. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Habenaria constricta (Lindl.) Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 161; ≡ Peristylus constrictus (Lindl.) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1835) 300; ≡ Herminium constrictum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 18 (1832) t.1499. Distribution: India to Indochina, ?Philippines.

Hayata Aver.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 28 December 2019
  1. Hayata tabiyahanensis (Hayata) Aver., Taiwania 54 (2009) 312; Chen et al., Mol. Phyl. Evol. 139 (2019) 106542: 7; ≡ Zeuxine tabiyahanensis Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 6 (1916) 89. Distribution: LUZON, MINDORO. Native.
    • var. merrillii (Ames & Quisumb.) T.P.Lin, Taiwania 61 (2016) 103; ≡ Cheirostylis merrillii (Ames & Quisumb.) Ormerod, Austral. Orchid Rev. 63 (1998) 10; ≡ Adenostylis merrillii Ames & Quisumb., PJS 44 (1931) 370. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON. Native.

Hetaeria Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 9 May 2026
  1. Hetaeria anomala Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 1 (1857) 185, as 'Aetheria'; Rchb.f., Trans. Linn. Soc., Bot. 30 (1874) 142; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 177; Type: from India. Distribution: China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDANAO: South Cotabato (photos), MINDORO. Native.
  2. Hetaeria oblongifolia Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 410; Fl. Jav. Orch. (1858) 85 (Orch. Arch. Ind. 102); Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 278; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 172; Type: from Java. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Japan, Java, Malaysia, Moluccas, Myanmar, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, ?Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BALABAC, BATAN, LUZON: Aurora (photos), Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Ilocos Norte, Isabela, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Lanao, Lanao del Sur, Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, SAMAR, SICOGON (photos), SULU ARCHIPELAGO, TICAO. Notes: A common and widely distributed species in the Philippines. Terrestrial in forest. 30-90m to 100-150m (photos). Native.

Possibly present

  1. Hetaeria elata Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 116; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 177; Type: from Peninsular Malaysia (Perak). Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, ?Philippines, ?Sumatra. NEGROS. Notes: Ormerod states uncertainty in the identification of the Philippine material which has poorly preserved immature flowers.

Hylophila Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 29 May 2024
  1. Hylophila lanceolata (Blume) Miq., Fl. Ned. Ind. 3 (1859) 746; ≡ Dicerostylis lanceolata Blume, Coll. Orchid. (1859) 116; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 272. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. BATAN, CAMIGUIN (photos), ?NEGROS (photos). Notes: Known from Basco, near Mt Iraya, in mossy forest. Native.
  2. Hylophila rubra Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 65; ≡ Dicerostylis rubra (Ames) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 392; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 273. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Laguna, MINDORO, PANAY, SIBUYAN. Notes: Terrestrial, up to 1450m. Native.

Hymenorchis Schltr.

  1. Hymenorchis vanoverberghii (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 182; ≡ Saccolabium vanoverberghii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 230; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 432. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ifugao, Mountain Province. Native.

Lecanorchis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 2 August 2026
  1. Lecanorchis javanica Blume, Mus. Bot. 2 (1856) 188; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 264; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 89; Type: from Java. Distribution: Java, New Guinea, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte. Notes: Terrestrial, in damp forest, 150-320m. Native.
  2. Lecanorchis multiflora J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 26 (1918) 8; Naive et al., Lankasteriana 22 (2022) 176; Type: from Java. Distribution: Borneo, China, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: 400-1200m. Conservation status: Endangered (Naive et al. 2022). Native.
  3. Lecanorchis triloba J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 19 (1908) 26; Type: from New Guinea. Distribution: Java, Malaysia, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand. Native.

Lepidogyne Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 14 April 2025
  1. Lepidogyne longifolia (Blume) Blume, Coll. Orchid. (1859) 93; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 272; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 174; ≡ Neottia longifolia Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 406. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Sumatra. BILIRAN, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Davao del Sur (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), NEGROS, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial in mountain regions, 500-1000m. Native.

Liparis Rich.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Wally Suarez, 10 August 2024
  1. Liparis acaulis Schltr., Nachtr. Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee (1905) 102. = Liparis grandis Ames & C.Schweinf., Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 87; Type: not from the Philippines. = Liparis jarensis Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 293; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 313. Distribution: Borneo, New Guinea, Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), NEGROS. Native.
  2. Liparis barbata Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 27; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 174; Tetsana et al., Phytotaxa 421 (2019) 23; Type: from Sri Lanka. = Liparis pectinata Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 22 (1886) 277; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 315; Type: Cuming s.n. (K-Lindley, holo), Philippines. = Liparis wrayi Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 181; Type: from Malaysia. Distribution: Borneo, China, India, Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand. BILIRAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Lanao del Sur (photos), Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, SAMAR (photos). Notes: Terrestrial. 500m. Native.
  3. Liparis bootanensis Griff., Not. Pl. Asiat. 3 (1851) 278; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 175; Type: from Bhutan. = Liparis forbesii Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 22 (1886) 283; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 313; Type: from Java. Distribution: Bhutan, Borneo, Cambodia, China, Himalayas, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Java, Laos, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LUZON: Albay, Apayao (photos), Benguet, Laguna, Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Lanao, Lanao del Sur, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic, 300-1200m. Native.
  4. Liparis carnicolor Ormerod, Taiwania 53 (2008) 158; ≡ Liparis monophylla Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 294, nom. illeg., non Spreng; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 314. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, NEGROS. Native.
  5. Liparis cespitosa (Lam.) Lindl., Bot. Reg. 11 (1825) t.882; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 311; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 175, as 'caespitosa'; ≡ Stichorkis cespitosa (Lam.) Thouars ex Marg., Orchid. Tahiti (2010) 61; ≡ Malaxis cespitosa (Lam.) Thouars, Hist. Orchid. (1822) t.90; ≡ Epidendrum cespitosum Lam., Encycl. (Lamarck) 1 (1783) 187; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Africa, Cambodia, India, Indian Ocean, Java, Laos, Madagascar, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, Lanao, South Cotabato (photos). Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic, 800-1600m. A true Liparis (Ron Boos, pers. comm. 3-Nov-16). Native.
  6. Liparis distans C.B.Clarke, J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 25 (1889) 71; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: India to Philippines. Native.
  7. Liparis dumaguetensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 312; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 176; Fulgencio et al., Phytotaxa 661 (2024) 104; ≡ Liparis elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1561, nom. illeg., non (Ames) Schltr.; ≡ Stichorkis dumaguetensis (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 246; Type: Elmer 9445 (AMES, lecto), Negros: Negros Oriental, Dumaguete, Cuernos Mountains, March-1908. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Benguet, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Terrestrial. 140-1520m. Conservation status: Least Concern (Fulgencio et al. 2024). Native.
  8. Liparis elliptica Wight, Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. (Wight) 5 (1851) t.1735; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 177; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 176; Type: from India. = Liparis lyonii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 314; ≡ Cestichis lyonii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 47; Type: B. Lyon 155 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Benguet, Baguio. Distribution: China, India, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Myanmar, Nepal, New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: Epiphytic, 200-1600m. Native.
  9. Liparis negrosiana Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1562; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 314; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 177. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial, 1300m. Native.
  10. Liparis nervosa (Thunb.) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 26; ≡ Ophrys nervosa Thunb., Syst. Veg., 14th Ed. (1784) 814; Type: from Japan. Distribution: Africa, America, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Caribbean, China, India, Indian Ocean, Japan, Java, Korea, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. Native.
    • ssp. nervosa. Distribution: Africa, America, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Caribbean, China, India, Indian Ocean, Japan, Java, Korea, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. Native.
  11. Liparis propinqua Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 110. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  12. Liparis somae Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 4 (1914) 33; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 178. Distribution: Nepal, Philippines, Taiwan. MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, 200-400m. Native.
  13. Liparis tricallosa Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 11 (1879) 684; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 316; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 178; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Terrestrial, up to 700m. Native.
  14. Liparis viridiflora (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 31; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 178; ≡ Malaxis viridiflora Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 392; Tetsana et al., Phytotaxa 421 (2019) 50; Type: from Java. = Liparis longipes Lindl., Pl. Asiat. Rar. 1 (1830) 31; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 313; Type: from Bangladesh. = Liparis triloba Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 22 (1886) 295; Type: Cuming s.n. (K-Lindley, holo), Philippines. Distribution: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao de Oro (photos), Zamboanga, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 0-1650m. Native.

Excluded

  1. Liparis cauliflora Merr., LPB 6 (1913) 1960. Notes: This is Loranthus cauliflorus Merr. (Loranthaceae) in the publication cited.

Ludisia A.Rich.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 6 August 2023
  1. Ludisia discolor (Ker Gawl.) Blume, Fl. Javae Nov. Ser. 1 (1858) 95; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 178; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 179; ≡ Goodyera discolor Ker Gawl., Bot. Reg. 4 (1818) t.271. Distribution: Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Riau Arch, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial, up to 600m. Native.
  2. Ludisia ravanii Cootes & G.Tiong, Austral. Orchid Rev. 78 (2013) 56; Type: NSW971586 (NSW, holo), Mindoro. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, MINDORO. Notes: 600-1000m. Native.

Luisia Gaudich.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Philip Wojtas, 25 May 2024
  1. Luisia cordatilabia Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1934) 459; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 179. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic, above 1200m. Native.
  2. Luisia curtisii Seidenf., Contr. Orchid Fl. Thailand 13 (1997) 49; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 179. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, low elevation. Native.
  3. Luisia foxworthii Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 222; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 426. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan. Native.
  4. Luisia ramosii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 55; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 426; Type: BS 7970. Distribution: China, Philippines, Vietnam. LUZON: Cagayan, Ifugao, Zambales, MINDANAO: Cotabato. Native.
  5. Luisia teretifolia Gaudich., Voy. Uranie (1829) 427; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 426; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 180; Ormerod, Checkl. Papuasian Orchids (2017) 338; Type: from Guam. = Luisia valida Rchb.f., Bonplandia 10 (1862) 335; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 427; Type: Philippines. ≠ Luisia tristis auct. non (G.Forst.) Hook.f. Distribution: Pacific Ocean, Philippines. CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Camarines Sur (photos), Cavite, Ifugao, Isabela, Laguna, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao, Lanao, Surigao, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic, 50-500m. Ormerod (2017: 337-338) concluded that Luisia tristis does not occur in the Philippines and that this name has been misapplied to Luisia teretifolia, which has only been reported from Guam and the Philippines. Native.

Macodes (Blume) Lindl.

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 30 October 2023
  1. Macodes petola (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1840) 497; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 275; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 180; Malabrigo et al., Flora of Mt Mantalingahan Protected Landscape (2023) 221; ≡ Neottia petola Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 407. Distribution: Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. LUZON: Albay, Batangas, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Davao Oriental (photos), PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial, 300-1400m. Native.

Macropodanthus L.O.Williams

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 31 May 2025
  1. Macropodanthus cootesii Tiong, Orchidee (Hamburg) 61 (2010) 419; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 180. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, up to 600m. Native.
  2. Macropodanthus philippinensis L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 104. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental, Zamboanga Sibugay, MINDORO. Notes: 1000m (photos). Native.

Malaxis Sol. ex Sw.

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 3 November 2016
  1. Malaxis longipedunculata Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 411. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Pampanga, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Sur. Native.
  2. Malaxis monophyllos (L.) Sw., Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Nya Handl. 21 (1800) 234; ≡ Ophrys monophyllos L., Sp. Pl., 1st Ed. (1753) 947. Native.
    • var. monophyllos. Distribution: China, Continental Asia, Europe, Japan, Korea, N America, Nepal, Philippines, Taiwan. Native.

Incertae sedis

  1. Malaxis bulusanensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 33; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 303. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON. Notes: Species of uncertain taxonomic position, which might belong to Crepidium. Native.

Micropera Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 16 July 2026
  1. Micropera edanoi Ormerod, Taiwania 53 (2008) 159. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
  2. Micropera loheri (L.O.Williams) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 186; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 183; ≡ Camarotis loheri L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 59. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. Notes: Epiphytic, mid elevation. Native.
  3. Micropera philippinensis (Lindl.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 186; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 184; ≡ Camarotis philippinensis Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3 (1859) 37; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 436. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Zamboanga del Norte (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 0-850m. Native.
  4. Micropera utriculosa (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 187; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 184; ≡ Camarotis utriculosa Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 244; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 436. = Micropera utriculosa var. diwata Lubag-Arquiza, Austral. Orchid Rev. 71(6) (2006) 39. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, CEBU (photos), LUZON: Albay, Cavite, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Sur (photos), Cotabato, Davao del Sur (photos), Zamboanga del Sur (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 100-650m (photos) to 1000m. Native.

Microsaccus Blume

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 6 April 2025
  1. Microsaccus griffithii (C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f.) Seidenf., Opera Bot. 95 (1988) 25; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 184; ≡ Saccolabium griffithii C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f., Trans. Linn. Soc. London, 1st Ser. 30 (1874) 145. = Microsaccus brevifolius J.J.Sm., Icon. Bogor. (Boerlage) 3 (1906) 63; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 442. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Norte, South Cotabato (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, low elevation. 100-150m (photos). Native.
  2. Microsaccus wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 257; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 442; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 184. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao, Surigao. Notes: Epiphytic, 60-1200m. Native.

Microtis R.Br.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 23 June 2017
  1. Microtis unifolia (G.Forst.) Rchb.f., Beitr. Syst. Pflanzenk. (1871) 62; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 261; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 185; ≡ Ophrys unifolia G.Forst., Fl. Ins. Austr. (1786) 59; Type: from New Zealand. Distribution: Australia, China, Japan, Java, Malaysia, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Taiwan. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Grassy slopes up to 1300m elevation in Mountain Province. Native.

Mycaranthes Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 16 August 2026
  1. Mycaranthes anceps (Leav.) Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(3) (2008) 22; ≡ Eria anceps Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 219; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 364. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
  2. Mycaranthes candoonensis (Ames) Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(3) (2008) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 185; ≡ Eria candoonensis Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 101; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, ?Davao de Oro (photos), Davao del Sur (photos), Misamis, Misamis Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 1650m. Native.
  3. Mycaranthes citrina (Ridl.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 455; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 186; ≡ Eria citrina Ridl., Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1924 (1924) 204; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. MINDANAO: South Cotabato (photos), PALAWAN, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic, 600-1300m. Native.
  4. Mycaranthes clemensiae (Leav.) Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(3) (2008) 22; ≡ Eria clemensiae Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 220; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur, PANAY. Native.
  5. Mycaranthes davaensis (Ames) Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(3) (2008) 22; ≡ Eria davaensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1575; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 367. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, South Cotabato. Native.
  6. Mycaranthes gigantea (Ames) Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(3) (2008) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 186; ≡ Eria gigantea Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 192; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 368; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 117. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Isabela, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Quezon (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Lanao, Lanao del Sur, Misamis, Misamis Occidental, South Cotabato, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic (photos) or Lithophytic, sometimes terrestrial, 600-1300m. Native.
  7. Mycaranthes lamellata (Ames) Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(3) (2008) 22; ≡ Eria lamellata Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1576; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 370; Type: Elmer 11715 (AMES 2 sheets, syn), Mindanao: Davao, Mt Apo, Sep-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Native.
  8. Mycaranthes leonardoi Ferreras & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 74 (2009) 36; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 186. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Nueva Ecija. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1500m. DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  9. Mycaranthes longibracteata (Leav.) Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(3) (2008) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 187; ≡ Eria longibracteata Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 219; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 371. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Cagayan, Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Misamis, Misamis Occidental, South Cotabato (photos), Zamboanga, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 1000m. Native.
  10. Mycaranthes major (Ridl. ex Stapf) J.J.Wood, Orchids Mount Kinabalu 2 (2011) 414; ≡ Eria major Ridl. ex Stapf, Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4 (1894) 237; Leavitt, PJS 4c (1909) 218; Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 155; Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 131; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 371. Distribution: MINDANAO: Misamis Occidental. Notes: Elevation 1750m. Native.
  11. Mycaranthes mindanaensis (Ames) Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(3) (2008) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 187; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440; ≡ Eria mindanaensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1577; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 372. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ifugao, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental (photos), Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), NEGROS, PANAY, SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphytic. 200-1200m. Native.
  12. Mycaranthes oblitterata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 353. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), NEGROS (photos), PANAY (photos). Native.
  13. Mycaranthes vanoverberghii (Ames) Cootes, D.P.Banks & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(3) (2008) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 187; ≡ Eria vanoverberghii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 20; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 375. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Aurora, Cagayan (photos), Kalinga, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, 300-1550m. Native.

Nephelaphyllum Blume

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 3 November 2016
  1. Nephelaphyllum mindorense Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 316; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 280; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 188; ≡ Tainia mindorensis (Ames) Gagnep., Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., 2nd Ser. 4 (1932) 706. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial on dry slopes and in humid forest, 200-1700m. Native.
  2. Nephelaphyllum pulchrum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 373; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 189. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDORO, PALAWAN. Native.
    • var. pulchrum. Distribution: India to Philippines. PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial, up to 300m. Native.

Nervilia Comm. ex Gaudich.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Mark A. K. Naive, 15 May 2026
  1. Nervilia concolor (Blume) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 404; ≡ Cordyla concolor Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 416; Type: from Java. = Nervilia aragoana Gaudich., Voy. Uranie (1829) 422; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 265. Distribution: Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. GREAT BAKKUNGAAN, LUZON: Laguna, Pampanga, Rizal, Tarlac, Zambales, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Lanao, Lanao del Sur, MINDORO, PANAY (photos), TABLAS (photos). Notes: Terrestrial, in forest. Native.
  2. Nervilia cumberlegei Seidenf. & Smitinand, Orchids Thailand (1965) 729. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand. LUZON: Laguna (photos), Rizal (photos), PALAWAN, PANAY (photos). Notes: Reported for the Philippines by W. Suarez (28-Apr-21). Native.
  3. Nervilia dilatata (Blume) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 402; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 266; ≡ Pogonia dilatata Blume, Coll. Orchid. (1858) t.10. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines, Taiwan. BANCALAN, LUZON: Benguet. Notes: Grassy hillsides, c. 1600m. Native.
  4. Nervilia lanyuensis S.S.Ying, Mem. Coll. Agric. Natl. Taiwan Univ. 29 (1989) 55, as 'lanyuense'. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Abra (photos), Aurora, Laguna (photos), Quezon (photos), MINDANAO: Davao de Oro (photos), NEGROS. Notes: Reported for the Philippines by Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20) and Wally Suarez (pers. comm, 2-May-21). 700-1134m (photos). Native.
  5. Nervilia plicata (Andrews) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 403; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 189; ≡ Arethusa plicata Andrews, Bot. Repos. 5 (1803) t.321; Type: from India. = Nervilia discolor (Blume) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 403; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 267; ≡ Cordyla discolor Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 416. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Bismarck Arch, China, Hong Kong, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Pakistan, Philippines, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Batangas, Laguna, Mountain Province, Pangasinan, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, Davao del Sur, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY. Notes: Grassy hillsides, 350-1240m. Native.
  6. Nervilia pudica (Ames) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 65; ≡ Pogonia pudica Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 44; Type: Copeland 427 (AMES, holo). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Batangas, Cagayan, Camarines Sur (photos), Cavite, Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao del Sur, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY (photos), SAMAR. Notes: 0-200m to 500m (photos). Native.
  7. Nervilia simplex (Thouars) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 401; Bosser, Adansonia, sér. 3 26 (2004) 59; ≡ Arethusa simplex Thouars, Hist. Orchid. (1822) t.24. = Nervilia crociformis (Zoll. & Moritzi) Seidenf., Dansk Bot. Ark. 32 (1978) 151; ≡ Bolborchis crociformis Zoll. & Moritzi, Syst. Verz. (Moritzi et al.) (1846) 89; Type: from Java. = Nervilia crispata (Blume) Schltr. ex K.Schum. & Lauterb., Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee (1900) 240; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 266; ≡ Pogonia crispata Blume, Mus. Bot. 1 (1849) 32. Distribution: Africa, Australia, India, Java, Malaysia, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam. BOHOL (photos), PALAWAN. Notes: In forests on dry slopes. 52m (photos). Native.

Neuwiedia Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 27 June 2026
  1. Neuwiedia veratrifolia Blume, Tijdschr. Natuurl. Gesch. Physiol. 1 (1834) 142; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 252; Holttum, Rev. Fl. Malaya 1 (1954) 64; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 190. Distribution: Bismarck Arch, Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Singapore, Solomon Isls, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. BASILAN (photos), BOHOL, DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Apayao (photos), Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: Terrestrial. 120-840m. Native.

Oberonia Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 19 May 2024
  1. Oberonia anthropophora Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 16. Distribution: China, India, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Apayao (photos). Notes: Possibly first reported for the Philippines by Pelser & Barcelona from Apayao (photos) in 2023, as identified by Ron Boos and Daniel Geiger. Native.
  2. Oberonia aporophylla Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 223; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 307; Geiger, Blumea 65 (2020) 189; Type: Cuming 2113 (BM, K, W, syn). = Oberonia longirepens J.J.Wood, Orchids Mount Kinabalu 2 (2011) 434; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BOHOL, LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, Rizal, MINDANAO: Lanao, South Cotabato (photos), NEGROS. Native.
  3. Oberonia benguetensis Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 8; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 307. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Quezon. Native.
  4. Oberonia costeriana J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 244; Geiger, Blumea 64 (2019) 127; Blumea 65 (2020) 194; Type: from Java. = Oberonia elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1564; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 308; Type: Elmer 8434 (AMES, syn), Luzon: Benguet. = Oberonia obesa Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 76; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309; Type: Vanoverbergh 407 (AMES, syn), Luzon: Bontoc Sub-province. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Sulawesi, Taiwan. CEBU (photos), LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), NEGROS (photos). Native.
  5. Oberonia cylindrica Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.) (1840) 20; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 308; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 190. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Benguet, Mountain Province, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, PALAWAN, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic. Native.
  6. Oberonia denticulata Wight, Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. (Wight) 5 (1851) t.1625; Bunpha et al., Phytotaxa 420 (2019) 123; Type: from India. = Oberonia denticulata var. iridifolia (Roxb.) S.Misra, J. Orchid Soc. India 3 (1989) 69; ≡ Oberonia iridifolia (Roxb.) Lindl., Numer. List (1829) n.1948, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Fol. Orchid. 8 (1859) 1, nom. illeg., non Lindl.; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 308; ≡ Cymbidium iridifolium Roxb., Fl. Ind. (Roxburgh) 3 (1832) 458. Distribution: Australia, Bangladesh, Borneo, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Singapore, Sumatra, Thailand. BASILAN, LUZON: Bataan, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao, Zamboanga, PALAWAN. Native.
  7. Oberonia gracilis Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 5 (1888) 685. = Oberonia nitidicauda J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 26 (1918) 15. Distribution: Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. MINDANAO (photos). Native.
  8. Oberonia griffithiana Lindl., Sert. Orchid. (1838) t.8B; Bunpha et al., Phytotaxa 420 (2019) 148; Geiger, Blumea 65 (2020) 194; Type: from Myanmar. = Oberonia toppingii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 413; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 310; Type: LeRoy Topping s.n. (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Luzon: Rizal, Wawa, Oct-1908. Distribution: Andaman Isls, India, Myanmar, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Rizal. Native.
  9. Oberonia hispidula Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 8; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 308; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 190. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte. Notes: Epiphytic, 800-1300m. Native.
  10. Oberonia insectifera Hook.f., Hooker's Icon. Pl. 21 (1890) t.2004; Bunpha et al., Phytotaxa 420 (2019) 149; Type: from Peninsular Malaysia. = Oberonia basilanensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 72; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 307; Type: Reillo BS 16247 (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Basilan: 9-Sep-1912. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Thailand. BASILAN. Native.
  11. Oberonia leytensis Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 291; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 308; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 191. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Notes: Epiphytic, low elevation. Native.
  12. Oberonia lipensis Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 114; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 308. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  13. Oberonia luzonensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 74; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Surigao. Native.
  14. Oberonia lycopodioides (J.Koenig) Ormerod, Opera Bot. 124 (1995) 21; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 191; Geiger, Blumea 65 (2020) 196; ≡ Epidendrum lycopodioides J.Koenig, Observ. Bot. (Retzius) 6 (1791) 55; Type: from Malaysia. = Oberonia anceps Lindl., Sert. Orchid. (1838) t.8; Náves in Blanco, Fl. Filip., ed. 3, 13A (1880) 23, as 'ancipita'; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 307; Type: from Myanmar (lecto). Distribution: Cambodia, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. BOHOL, CULION, LUZON: Bataan, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Sur, NEGROS, PALAWAN, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic, 150-600m. Native.
  15. Oberonia mcgregorii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 321; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: Agusan, MINDORO. Native.
  16. Oberonia merrillii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 9; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 191. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BUSUANGA, LUZON: Albay, Nueva Ecija, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, Zamboanga, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphtytic, up to 500m. Native.
  17. Oberonia microphylla (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 17; ≡ Malaxis microphylla Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 395. Distribution: Java, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  18. Oberonia mindorensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 322; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines Sur, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Sur, MINDORO. Conservation status: Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  19. Oberonia minima Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 75; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Native.
  20. Oberonia minutissima Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 115; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Surigao, Surigao del Norte. Native.
  21. Oberonia monstruosa (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 17; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309; ≡ Malaxis monstruosa Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1826) 895. Distribution: MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Sur, MINDORO. Native.
    • var. monstruosa. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Agusan. Native.
  22. Oberonia reilloi Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 40; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Quezon, SAMAR (photos). Native.
  23. Oberonia rufilabris Lindl., Sert. Orchid. (1838) t.8A; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 192; Bunpha et al., Phytotaxa 420 (2019) 145; Type: from Myanmar. = Oberonia thisbe Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 223; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 310; Type: Cuming 2134 (W, holo; K, iso), Bohol. Distribution: Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Benguet, Kalinga, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Surigao, POLILLO. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 1300m. Native.
  24. Oberonia scortechinii Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 5 (1888) 683; Geiger, Gard. Bull. Singapore 75 (2023) 136; ≡ Hippeophyllum scortechinii (Hook.f.) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 104 (1911) 13; Type: from Malay Peninsula. = Hippeophyllum wenzelii Ames, PJS 8c (1914) 413; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 310; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 172; Type: Wenzel 20 (AMES, holo; BM, SING, iso), Leyte: Dagami, 21-Dec-1912. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sulawesi, Sumatra. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Isabela, PALAWAN, POLILLO. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 60m. Native.
  25. Oberonia serrulata Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1911) 149; Saavedra & Pitogo, PJS 150 S1 (2020) 157. Distribution: New Guinea, Philippines. MINDANAO: Sarangani. Native.
  26. Oberonia setigera Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 10; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 192. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1200m. Native.
  27. Oberonia surigaensis Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 292; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 309. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: South Cotabato, Surigao, Surigao del Norte. Native.
  28. Oberonia wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 77; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 310; Type: Wenzel 0388 (AMES, holo), Leyte: Jaro, 30-Apr-1914. Distribution: India, Java, Myanmar, Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO. Native.

Octarrhena Thw.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 25 May 2019
  1. Octarrhena amesiana Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9 (1911) 439; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 392; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 192. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, Davao Oriental (photos), Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic, high elevation. Native.
  2. Octarrhena elmeri (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 192; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 392; ≡ Phreatia elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1581; Type: Elmer 10622, Mindanao: Davao, Todaya (Mt Apo), 6000ft, May-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, ?Sarangani. Notes: 1829m. Native.
  3. Octarrhena ensifolia (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9 (1911) 217; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 392; ≡ Phreatia ensifolia Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 202. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, NEGROS. Native.
  4. Octarrhena gemmifera Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 193; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 393. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, NEGROS (photos). Native.
  5. Octarrhena parvula Thwaites, Enum. Pl. Zeyl. (1861) 305; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 193. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Sumatra. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Davao. Notes: Epiphytic, 900-1800m. Native.

Odontochilus Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser 3 January 2020
  1. Odontochilus gracilis (Blume) T.Yukawa, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 42 (2016) 107; ≡ Myrmechis gracilis (Blume) Blume, Coll. Orchid. (1859) 76; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 277; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 188; ≡ Anoectochilus gracilis Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 413. Distribution: Japan, Java, Philippines, Sumatra. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Laguna, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Misamis, MINDORO. Notes: In mountain regions, terrestrial, above 1600m, up to 2100m in Benguet, and 3300m in Mindanao. Native.
  2. Odontochilus marivelensis Ormerod & Cootes, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 286; ≡ Odontochilus philippinensis (Ames) T.Yukawa, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 42 (2016) 108, nom. illeg., non (Ames) J.M.H.Shaw; ≡ Myrmechis philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 64; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 277; Type: Leiberg s.n. (AMES, holo), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, 20-Jul-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), Sarangani (photos), PALAWAN (photos). Notes: Terrestrial. 800-1855m. Native.
  3. Odontochilus mindanaensis (Ames) J.M.H.Shaw, Orchid Rev. 124(Suppl. 1314) (2016) 38; ≡ Pristiglottis mindanaensis (Ames) Cretz. & J.J.Sm., Acta Fauna Fl. Universali, 2nd Ser. Bot. 1 (1934) 5; ≡ Cystopus mindanaensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 34; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 274. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, South Cotabato (photos). Native.
  4. Odontochilus perpusillus (Ames) T.Yukawa, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 42 (2016) 108; ≡ Myrmechis perpusilla Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 15; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 277; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 188. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Terrestrial, high elevation. Native.
  5. Odontochilus philippinensis (Ames) J.M.H.Shaw, Orchid Rev. 124(Suppl. 1314) (2016) 38; Ormerod et al., Harvard Papers in Botany 24 (2019) 286; ≡ Odontochilus luzonensis (Ames) T.Yukawa, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 42 (2016) 107, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; ≡ Pristiglottis philippinensis (Ames) Cretz. & J.J.Sm., Acta Fauna Fl. Universali, 2nd Ser. Bot. 1 (1934) 5; ≡ Cystopus philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 35; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 274. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos). Native.
  6. Odontochilus whiteheadii (Rendle) T.Yukawa, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 42 (2016) 108; ≡ Kuhlhasseltia whiteheadii (Rendle) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 32; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 273; ≡ Zeuxine whiteheadii Rendle, J. Bot. 34 (1896) 358. = Kuhlhasseltia merrillii (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9 (1911) 437; ≡ Haemaria merrillii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 315. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, MINDORO. Notes: Terrestrial in mossy forest, 1400-2000m. Native.
  7. Odontochilus yakushimensis (Yamam.) T.Yukawa, Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci. (Tokyo), Ser. B. 42 (2016) 108; ≡ Kuhlhasseltia yakushimensis (Yamam.) Ormerod, Lindleyana 17 (2002) 209; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 173; ≡ Vexillabium yakushimense (Yamam.) F.Maek., J. Jap. Bot. 11 (1935) 459; ≡ Anoectochilus yakushimensis Yamam., Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 38 (1924) 131; Type: from Japan. Distribution: China, Japan, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. LUZON: Bataan, MINDANAO: South Cotabato (photos). Notes: Terrestrial, mid elevation. Native.

Omoea Blume

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 15 November 2012
  1. Omoea philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 232; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 434; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 193. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Bataan, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, PANAY (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, 800-2000m. Native.

Orchipedum Breda, Kuhl & Hasselt

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 14 December 2022
  1. Orchipedum shareeanniae Tandang, Ordas & S.G.Zamudio, Nordic J. Bot. 2022 (2022) e03829: 2; Type: Ordas et al. CBM22-003 (PNH, holo; FEUH, USTH, iso), Samar: San Jose de Buan, Mt Huraw, 359m, 2-Jul-2022. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. SAMAR. Notes: Possibly conspecific with Orchipedum wenzelii (R. Bustamante & P. Ormerod pers. comm., Dec-2022). 359m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Ordas et al. 2022). Native.
  2. Orchipedum wenzelii (Ames) J.J.Sm., Blumea 1 (1934) 214; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 194; ≡ Philippinaea wenzelii (Ames) Ames & Schltr., Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 278; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 275; ≡ Adenostylis wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 41. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Isabela, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Cotabato, South Cotabato (photos), Surigao del Norte, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial. 600-2000m. Native.

Oxystophyllum Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 28 December 2019
  1. Oxystophyllum carnosum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 336; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 194. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand. PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, low elevation. Native.
  2. Oxystophyllum cultratum (Schltr.) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 277; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 195; ≡ Aporum cultratum (Schltr.) Rauschert, Feddes Repert. 94 (1983) 439; ≡ Dendrobium cultratum Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 71; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 347; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 74. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi. BASILAN, CULION, LUZON: Apayao, Aurora, Bataan, Ifugao, Kalinga, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon, Davao, Davao de Oro, Davao del Sur, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, POLILLO, SAMAR, SIARGAO (photos), SIBUTU. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 1000m. Native.
  3. Oxystophyllum elmeri (Ames) M.A.Clem., Telopea 10 (2003) 277; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 195; ≡ Dendrobium elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1573; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 348. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CULION, LEYTE, LUZON: Cagayan, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 900m. Native.

Pachystoma Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 21 April 2025
  1. Pachystoma pubescens Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 376; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 338; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 196; Type: from Java. Distribution: Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam. ITBAYAT (photos), LUZON: Abra, Benguet, Cagayan, Ilocos Norte, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDANAO: Cotabato, MINDORO, PANAY (photos). Native.

Paphiopedilum Pfitzer

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 14 March 2024
  1. Paphiopedilum acmodontum Schoser ex M.W.Wood, Orchid Rev. 84 (1976) 350; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 196. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Notes: Terrestrial, to c. 1000m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  2. Paphiopedilum adductum Asher, Orchid Digest 47 (1983) 224; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 196. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao Oriental, Surigao del Sur. Notes: 1250-1350m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
    • forma cynthiae Cootes & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 85; Type: Miguel de Leon 001/2014 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: cult. Misamis Oriental, Cagayan de Oro City, Sep-2014. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO. Native.
    • var. adductum. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao Oriental. Notes: Epiphytic, 1250-1350m. Native.
    • var. anitum (Golamco) Koop., Orchid Digest 64 (2000) 157; ≡ Paphiopedilum anitum Golamco, Waling-Waling Rev. 6 (1998) 10; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 197. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Surigao del Sur. Native.
  3. Paphiopedilum argus (Rchb.f.) Stein, Orchid.-Buch (1892) 453; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 197; ≡ Cordula argus (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 20 (1912) 2; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 253; ≡ Cypripedium argus Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1873 (1873) 608. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LUZON: Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Grassy slopes. 600-2200m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  4. Paphiopedilum ciliolare (Rchb.f.) Stein, Orchid.-Buch (1892) 462; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 197; Fernando et al., Forest Flora of Dinagat (2017) 76; ≡ Paphiopedilum superbiens ssp. ciliolare (Rchb.f.) M.W.Wood, Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 183 (1981) 52; ≡ Cordula ciliolaris (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 20 (1912) 2; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 254; ≡ Cypripedium ciliolare Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 18 (1882) 488. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, CAMIGUIN, DINAGAT, HOMONHON, LUZON: Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Davao Oriental, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur. Notes: Terrestrial, usually at the bases of shrubs. 60-1830m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  5. Paphiopedilum × deleonii Cabactulan, Cootes, R.B.Pimentel & Dionisio, OrchideenJ. 2019 (2019) 3; Type: M.D. De Leon 1903001, Mindanao: Bukidnon, 1300m. Natural hybrid: Paphiopedilum adductum × Paphiopedilum haynaldianum var. laurae. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1300m. Native.
  6. Paphiopedilum × expansum J.T.Atwood, Orchid Rev. 97 (1989) 183. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Natural hybrid: Paphiopedilum hennisianum × Paphiopedilum philippinense. Native.
  7. Paphiopedilum fowliei Birk, Orchid Digest 45 (1981) 63; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 198; ≡ Paphiopedilum hennisianum var. fowliei (Birk) P.J.Cribb, Gen. Paphiopedilum (1987) 190. = Paphiopedilum fowliei forma christianae Braem, Orch. Culture Protect. 36 (1998) 36; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 198. = Paphiopedilum fowliei forma sangianum (Braem) O.Gruss & Roeth, Caesiana 12 (1999) 60; ≡ Paphiopedilum fowliei var. sangianum Braem, Schlechteriana 1993 (1993) 52. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial. 600-950m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  8. Paphiopedilum haynaldianum (Rchb.f.) Stein, Orchid.-Buch (1892) 470; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 198; ≡ Cordula haynaldiana (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 20 (1912) 2; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 254; ≡ Cypripedium haynaldianum Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1874) 222. = Paphiopedilum haynaldianum forma album Asher ex O.Gruss & Roeth, Orchidee (Hamburg) 51 (2000) 749; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 198. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU, LUZON: Apayao, Aurora, Batangas, Benguet, Cagayan, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Rizal, Tarlac, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), South Cotabato (photos), Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, NEGROS, SIBUYAN (photos). Notes: Usually lithophytic and frequently epiphytic, near sea level to 1500m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
    • var. haynaldianum. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, Aurora, Batangas, Benguet, Cagayan, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Rizal, Tarlac, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, NEGROS. Native.
    • var. laurae Golamco, Waling-Waling Rev. 10 (2002) 36-39; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 199. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU. Native.
  9. Paphiopedilum hennisianum (M.W.Wood) Fowlie, Orchid Digest 41 (1977) 60; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 199; ≡ Paphiopedilum barbatum var. hennisianum M.W.Wood, Orchid Rev. 84 (1976) 352. = Paphiopedilum hennisianum forma christiansenii (O.Gruss & Roeth) O.Gruss & Roeth, Caesiana 12 (1999) 59; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 199; ≡ Paphiopedilum hennisianum var. christiansenii O.Gruss & Roeth, Orchidee (Hamburg) 47 (1996) 236. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, CEBU, LUZON: Camarines Norte (photos), Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, MINDORO, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial, c. 500m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  10. Paphiopedilum lowii (Lindl.) Stein, Orchid.-Buch (1892) 476; ≡ Cypripedium lowii Lindl., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1848 (1848) 765. Distribution: Malesia, Philippines. PALAWAN. DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  11. Paphiopedilum parnatanum Cavestro, Orch. Culture Protect. 38 (1999) 30; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 199; ≡ Paphiopedilum argus var. parnatanum (Cavestro) W.Suarez, OrchideenJ. 2015 (2015) 62; Type: Parnata s.n. (P, holo), Luzon: Tarlac. = Paphiopedilum usitanum O.Gruss & Roeth, Orchidee (Hamburg) 50 (1999) 4; Type: Roeth & Gruss, Vilmoor Usita (HAL078523, holo), Luzon: Tarlac, 15-Feb-1998, c. 700m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Tarlac. Notes: Terrestrial among mosses and grasses. 700m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  12. Paphiopedilum philippinense (Rchb.f.) Stein, Orchid.-Buch (1892) 480; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 200; ≡ Cordula philippinensis (Rchb.f.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 20 (1912) 2; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 254; ≡ Cypripedium philippinense Rchb.f., Bonplandia 10 (1862) 335. = Paphiopedilum philippinense forma album Valmayor & D.Tiu, Orchid. Philip. 1 (1984) 262, nom. inval. Distribution: APULIT, BOHOL, CEBU, LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Conservation status: Near Threatened (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
    • forma aureoviride O.Gruss, Orchidee (Hamburg) 2(3)E (2016) 3; Type: O.Gruss (HAL, holo), Palawan. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
    • var. philippinense. = Paphiopedilum philippinense forma alboflavum O.Gruss, Orchidee (Hamburg) 51 (2000) 354; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 200. = Paphiopedilum philippinense var. compactum O.Gruss, Roellke & Roeth, Orchidee (Hamburg) 59 (2008) 318. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BOHOL, CEBU, LUZON, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Notes: Terrestrial, up to 500m, in fairly brightly-lit sites. Native.
    • var. roebelenii (Rchb.f.) P.J.Cribb, Gen. Paphiopedilum (1987) 100; ≡ Paphiopedilum roebelenii (Rchb.f.) Pfitzer, Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 19 (1894) 41; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 200; ≡ Cypripedium philippinense var. roebelenii (Rchb.f.) A.H.Kent, Man. Orchid. Pl. 4 (1889) 42; ≡ Cypripedium roebelenii Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 20 (1883) 684. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. Native.
  13. Paphiopedilum randsii Fowlie, Orchid Digest 33 (1969) 321; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 200. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, PALAWAN, SAMAR (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, low to c. 500m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  14. Paphiopedilum urbanianum Fowlie, Orchid Digest 45 (1981) 131; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 201. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
    • forma alboviride Braem, Orch. Culture Protect. 36 (1998) 36; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 201. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Native.
    • forma urbanianum. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Terrestrial in fairly shaded sites, 500-800m. Native.

Possibly present

  1. Paphiopedilum barbatum (Lindl.) Pfitzer, Jahrb. Wiss. Bot. 19 (1888) 159; ≡ Cordula barbata (Lindl.) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 20 (1912) 2; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 253; ≡ Cypripedium barbatum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.) (1841) 53. Distribution: Malay Peninsula, ?Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. ?PALAWAN. Notes: Reported from Mt Victoria in forest on ultramafics, 930-1000m. DAO category: Critically Endangered.

Pennilabium J.J.Sm.

  1. Pennilabium confusum (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 189; ≡ Saccolabium confusum Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 438; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 432. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna. Native.
  2. Pennilabium luzonense (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 189; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 201; ≡ Saccolabium luzonense Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 435; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 432. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Sorsogon. Native.

Phalaenopsis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 8 July 2026
  1. Phalaenopsis amabilis (L.) Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 294; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 410; H.R.Sweet, Amer. Orch. Soc. Bull. 38 (1969) 683; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 206; ≡ Epidendrum amabile L., Sp. Pl., 1st Ed. (1753) 953; Type: from Java. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. BALABAC, BANCALAN, JOLO, LUMBUCAN, PALAWAN, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Wally Suarez (3-Aug-24): records of Phalaenopsis amabilis from Luzon and Mindoro most likely belong to Phalaenopsis aphrodite. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
    • ssp. amabilis. Distribution: Malesia, Papuasia. BALABAC, BANCALAN, JOLO, PALAWAN, TAWI-TAWI. Native.
  2. Phalaenopsis aphrodite Rchb.f., Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 18 (1862) 35; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 206; Paguntalan et al., Project Tawsi: Sulu Hornbill Project (2020) 39; ≡ Phalaenopsis amabilis var. aphrodite (Rchb.f.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 226; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 411. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. FUGA, LUZON: Abra (photos), Aurora (photos), Isabela (photos), Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO, MINDORO, PANAY (photos), TAWI-TAWI. Notes: 830m (photos). DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
    • ssp. aphrodite. = Phalaenopsis amabilis var. aphrodite subvar. dayana (R.Warner & B.S.Williams) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 227; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 412; ≡ Phalaenopsis amabilis var. dayana R.Warner & B.S.Williams, Orchid Album 1 (1881) t.11. = Phalaenopsis amabilis var. aphrodite subvar. erubescens (Burb.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 227; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 412. = Phalaenopsis amabilis var. aphrodite subvar. gloriosa (Rchb.f.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 227; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 412. = Phalaenopsis amabilis var. aphrodite subvar. sanderiana forma punctata (O'Brien) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 229; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 413. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • ssp. formosana Christenson, Phalaenopsis: a monograph (2001) 197; ≡ Phalaenopsis formosana (Christenson) J.M.H.Shaw, Orchid Rev. 129(Suppl. 1336) (2021) 19. = Phalaenopsis babuyana Miwa, Pract. Hort. 27 (1941) 117, nom. inval. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. FUGA. Native.
  3. Phalaenopsis bastianii O.Gruss & Roellke, Orchidee (Hamburg) 42 (1991) 76; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 206. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Wally Suarez (3-Aug-24): records of Phalaenopsis bastianii from Sulu Archipelago most likely correspond to Phalaenopsis mariae. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
    • forma bastianii. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • forma helvola O.Gruss & S.Tönne, Orchidee (Hamburg) 3(5)E (2017) 37; Type: Sylvia Tönne s.n. (HAL, holo), cult. Philippines, 15-Jan-2017. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • forma melenciana O.Gruss & W.E.Higgins, Phalaenopsis J. 27 (2017) 16; Type: Ramon de los Santos s.n. (HNT, holo), cult. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  4. Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi (Breda) Blume & Rchb.f., Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 16 (1860) 116; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 207; ≡ Polychilos cornu-cervi Breda, Gen. Sp. Orchid. Asclep. (1828) t.1. = Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi forma flava (Braem ex Holle-De Raeve) Christenson, Phalaenopsis: a monograph (2001) 84; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 207; ≡ Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi var. flava Braem ex Holle-De Raeve, Schlechteriana 1990 (1990) 113. Distribution: Bangladesh, Borneo, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. PALAWAN. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  5. Phalaenopsis deliciosa Rchb.f., Bonplandia 2 (1854) 93; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 28; ≡ Kingidium deliciosum (Rchb.f.) H.R.Sweet, Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 39 (1970) 1095. Distribution: Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam. BANCALAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Bulacan, Cagayan, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR. Native.
    • ssp. deliciosa. = Kingidium philippinense (Ames) O.Gruss & Roellke, Orchidee (Hamburg) 46 (1995) 115; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 173; ≡ Kingiella philippinensis (Ames) Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 25 (1917) 197; ≡ Doritis philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 235. Distribution: India to China and Malesia, Philippines. BANCALAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Bulacan, Cagayan, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 800m. Native.
  6. Phalaenopsis equestris (Schauer) Rchb.f., Linnaea 22 (1849) 864; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 413; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 207; ≡ Stauroglottis equestris Schauer, Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 19(Suppl. 1) (1843) 432; Type: F.J.F. Meyen s.n. (AMES, holo), Luzon: Manila. = Phalaenopsis rosea Lindl., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1848 (1848) 671; ≡ Phalaenopsis equestris var. rosea Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 5 (1983) 18; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 208. = Phalaenopsis equestris forma aurea Christenson, Phalaenopsis: a monograph (2001) 245; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 208. = Phalaenopsis equestris forma cyanochila O.Gruss, Orchidee (Hamburg) 52 (2001) 749; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 208. = Phalaenopsis equestris var. alba H.R.Sweet, Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 36 (1967) 143; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 208. = Phalaenopsis equestris var. leucaspis Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 15 (1881) 688; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 414. = Phalaenopsis equestris var. leucotanthe Rchb.f. ex God.-Leb., Orchidophile (Argenteuil) 3 (1883) 490; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 414. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. BUYAYAO, CAMIGUIN, LUZON: Aurora (photos), Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), PANAY (photos). Notes: Throughout the Philippines (Cootes 2011). 9-92m (photos). DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  7. Phalaenopsis fasciata Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 18 (1882) 134; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 414; Kumar & Kumar, Rheedea 15 (2005) 56; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 208; ≡ Polychilos fasciata (Rchb.f.) Shim, Malayan Nat. J. 36 (1982) 23. Distribution: India, Philippines. BOHOL, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: Epiphyte. (?-)300m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
    • forma fasciata. Native.
    • forma flava O.Gruss & Kleefeld, Orchidee (Hamburg) 2(6)E (2016) 4; ≡ ?Phalaenopsis fasciata forma flava Valmayor & D.Tiu, Orchid. Philip. 1 (1984) 271, nom. inval.; Type: O. Gruss (HAL, holo), cult. Philippines, 2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  8. Phalaenopsis fuscata Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 2 (1874) 6; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 414; ≡ Polychilos fuscata (Rchb.f.) Shim, Malayan Nat. J. 36 (1982) 28. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. Native.
  9. Phalaenopsis hieroglyphica (Rchb.f.) H.R.Sweet, Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 38 (1969) 36; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 209; ≡ Polychilos hieroglyphica (Rchb.f.) Shim, Malayan Nat. J. 36 (1982) 23; ≡ Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana var. hieroglyphica Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 2 (1887) 586; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 415. = Phalaenopsis hieroglyphica forma flava O.Gruss, Orchidee (Hamburg) 60 (2009) 438; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 209. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BUCAS GRANDE (photos), LEYTE, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, PALAWAN, POLILLO. Notes: Epiphyte in deep shade, to 500m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  10. Phalaenopsis × intermedia Lindl., Paxton's Fl. Gard. 3 (1852) 162; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 209. = Phalaenopsis × intermedia var. portei Rchb.f., Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 21 (1863) 128; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 209. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Phalaenopsis aphrodite × Phalaenopsis equestris; widespread throughout the Philippines (Cootes 2011). Native.
  11. Phalaenopsis × leucorrhoda Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 3 (1875) 301; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 414. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Phalaenopsis aphrodite × Phalaenopsis schilleriana. Native.
  12. Phalaenopsis lindenii Loher, J. Orchidées 6 (1895) 103; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 414; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 209. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Isabela, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte, 1000-1500m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  13. Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana Rchb.f., Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 23 (1865) 146.; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 414; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 210. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Bataan, Bulacan, Camarines Norte, Isabela (photos), Kalinga, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon, Davao Oriental, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur, Surigao del Sur (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN, POLILLO, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphyte. (?-)200m (photos) to 500m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
    • forma crameriana O.Gruss, Die Orchidee 6 (2020) 125; Type: Gruss s.n. (HAL150653, holo), Philippines, cult. Giselher Cramer, Germany, 13-Jul-2020. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • forma delicata (Rchb.f.) O.Gruss & M.Wolff, Orchid. Atlas (2007) 328; ≡ Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana var. delicata Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1865 (1865) 434; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 415. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • forma lueddemanniana. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • forma ochracea (Rchb.f.) O.Gruss & M.Wolff, Orchid. Atlas (2007) 328; ≡ Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana var. ochracea Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1865 (1865) 438; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 415; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 210. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  14. Phalaenopsis mariae Burb. ex R.Warner & H.Williams, Orchid Album 2 (1883) t.80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 415; H.R.Sweet, Amer. Orch. Soc. Bull. 38 (1969) 228; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 210; ≡ Polychilos mariae (Burb. ex R.Warner & H.Williams) Shim, Malayan Nat. J. 36 (1982) 25; Type: F.W. Burbridge s.n. (BM, W), Jolo: Bunt-Doohan, 2000ft. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. JOLO, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao, Davao Oriental, Lanao, Misamis Oriental (photos), Sarangani (photos), MINDORO, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Up to 700m in Cotabato. Wally Suarez (3-Aug-24): records of Phalaenopsis mariae from Luzon do not belong to that species. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  15. Phalaenopsis micholitzii Sander ex H.J.Veitch, Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 8 (1890) 197; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 415; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 211; ≡ Polychilos micholitzii (Sander ex H.J.Veitch) Shim, Malayan Nat. J. 36 (1982) 25. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines Sur, MINDANAO: Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: Epiphyte, to 400m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  16. Phalaenopsis pallens (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1864) 932; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 211; ≡ Trichoglottis pallens Lindl., J. Hort. Soc. London 5 (1850) 34. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija (photos), Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte, to 500m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
    • var. pallens. = Phalaenopsis pallens forma alba (Ames & Quisumb.) Christenson, Phalaenopsis: a monograph (2001) 152; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 211; ≡ Phalaenopsis mariae var. alba Ames & Quisumb., PJS 56 (1935) 461. Native.
    • var. trullifera H.R.Sweet, Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 38 (1969) 227; Type: Whitford 1097 (AMES), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, Lamao River. Feb-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan. Notes: Wally Suarez (3-Aug-24): The labellum shape of var. trullifera is very different from that of var. pallens and this variety is therefore best considered taxonomically distinct. Native.
  17. Phalaenopsis philippinensis Golamco ex Fowlie & C.Z.Tang, Orchid Digest 51 (1987) 92; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 211. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  18. Phalaenopsis pulchra (Rchb.f.) H.R.Sweet, Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 37 (1968) 1102; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 212; ≡ Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana var. pulchra Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 4 (1875) 36; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 415; ≡ Polychilos pulchra (Rchb.f.) Shim, Malayan Nat. J. 36 (1982) 26. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphyte, to 500m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
    • forma alba O.Gruss, Orchidee (Hamburg) 2(6)E (2016) 4; Type: O. Gruss (HAL, holo), cult. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • forma pulchra. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  19. Phalaenopsis reichenbachiana Rchb.f. & Sander, Gard. Chron., n.s. 18 (1882) 586; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 416; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 212; ≡ Polychilos reichenbachiana (Rchb.f. & Sander) Shim, Malayan Nat. J. 36 (1982) 26. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  20. Phalaenopsis × rolfeana H.R.Sweet, Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 38 (1969) 889. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Phalaenopsis equestris × Phalaenopsis sanderiana. Native.
  21. Phalaenopsis sanderiana Rchb.f., Flora 63 (1882) 466; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 212; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440; ≡ Phalaenopsis amabilis var. aphrodite subvar. sanderiana (Rchb.f.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 228; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 412. = Phalaenopsis sanderiana forma alba (A.H.Kent) Christenson, Phalaenopsis: a monograph (2001) 207; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 212; ≡ Phalaenopsis sanderiana var. alba (A.H.Kent) Stein, Orchid.-Buch (1892) 511; ≡ Phalaenopsis amabilis var. aphrodite subvar. sanderiana forma alba (A.H.Kent) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 228; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 413; ≡ Phalaenopsis sanderiana subvar. alba A.H.Kent, Man. Orchid. Pl. 7 (1891) 35. = Phalaenopsis amabilis var. aphrodite subvar. sanderiana forma marmorata (Rchb.f.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 228; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 413; ≡ Phalaenopsis sanderiana var. marmorata Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 20 (1883) 812. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao de Oro (photos), Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat (photos), Surigao, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic. 0-500m to 800m (photos). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  22. Phalaenopsis schilleriana Rchb.f., Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 16 (1860) 115; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 416; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 213. = Phalaenopsis schilleriana var. pallida Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. A-V(3) (1983) 18. = Phalaenopsis schilleriana var. purpurea O'Brien, Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 11 (1892) 105; Hort. ex Rolfe, J. des Orch. 2 (1892) 358; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 417. = Phalaenopsis schilleriana var. splendens R.Warner, Select Orchid. Pl., 3rd Ser. (1878) t.5; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 417. = Phalaenopsis schilleriana forma immaculata (Rchb.f.) Christenson, Phalaenopsis: a monograph (2001) 211; ≡ Phalaenopsis schilleriana var. immaculata Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 3 (1875) 429; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 416. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, LUZON: Albay, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MARINDUQUE. Notes: Epiphyte, up to 800m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  23. Phalaenopsis stuartiana Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 16 (1881) 748; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 417; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 213. = Phalaenopsis stuartiana var. bella Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 3 (1888) 200. = Phalaenopsis schilleriana var. vestalis Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 17 (1882) 330; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 417. = Phalaenopsis stuartiana forma nobilis (Rchb.f.) Christenson, Phalaenopsis: a monograph (2001) 215; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 213; ≡ Phalaenopsis stuartiana var. nobilis Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 16 (1881) 748. = Phalaenopsis stuartiana forma punctatissima (Rchb.f.) Christenson, Phalaenopsis: a monograph (2001) 215; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 214; ≡ Phalaenopsis stuartiana var. punctatissima Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 17 (1882) 44. Distribution: LEYTE, LUZON: Isabela (photos), MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic at low elevation to 300m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  24. Phalaenopsis sumatrana Korth. & Rchb.f., Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 16 (1860) 115; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 214; ≡ Polychilos sumatrana (Korth. & Rchb.f.) Shim, Malayan Nat. J. 36 (1982) 26. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte, 700m. Native.
  25. Phalaenopsis × veitchiana Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1872 (1872) 935; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 417; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 214. = Phalaenopsis × gertrudeae Quisumb., PJS 76 (1941) 81. = Phalaenopsis × virataii Quisumb., Philipp. Orchid Rev. 6 (1956) 4. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Cavite, Laguna, Quezon. Notes: Phalaenopsis equestris × Phalaenopsis schilleriana. Native.
  26. Phalaenopsis zebrina Witte, Ann. Hort. Bot. 4 (1860) 145. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. PALAWAN (photos). Notes: Also considered a synonym of Phalaenopsis sumatrana Korth. & Rchb.f. Native.

Cultivated, not naturalized

  1. Phalaenopsis × amphitrite Kraenzl., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 11 (1892) 618. Notes: Wally Suarez (5-Sep-24): Man-made hybrid of Phalaenopsis sanderiana × Phalaenopsis stuartiana. Cultivated, not naturalized.

Pholidota Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 23 June 2026
  1. Pholidota articulata Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 38; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 215. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. NEGROS. Native.
  2. Pholidota carnea (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 37; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 300; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 215; ≡ Coelogyne carnea (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 237; Enriquez et al., Fl. Plants Mt. Apo Natural Park (2024) 91; ≡ Crinonia carnea Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 339. Distribution: Bismarck Arch, Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, South Cotabato (photos). Notes: 1100-2700m. Native.
    • var. carnea. Distribution: Philippines, Thailand to New Guinea and Bismarck Arch. Native.
  3. Pholidota imbricata Hook., Exot. Fl. 2 (1825) t.138; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 300; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 215; ≡ Coelogyne imbricata (Hook.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1861) 238. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Australia, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Nicobar Isls, Pacific Ocean, Pakistan, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. BALABAC, BASILAN, BUSUANGA, CATANDUANES, JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Bulacan, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao, Lanao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga Sibugay, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, POLILLO, SAMAR, SIARGAO. Native.
  4. Pholidota ventricosa (Blume) Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 43; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 301; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 216; ≡ Chelonanthera ventricosa Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 384. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Benguet, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Quezon (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Lanao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga, MINDORO. Notes: 1000m (photos). Native.

Phragmorchis L.O.Williams (Endemic)

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 18 August 2017
  1. Phragmorchis teretifolia L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 53. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Rizal. DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.

Phreatia Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 2 April 2023
  1. Phreatia amesii Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 23) (1911) 16; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 395; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 216; ≡ Octarrhena amesii (Kraenzl.) P.F.Hunt, Kew Bull. 24 (1970) 95. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, NEGROS, PANAY. Native.
  2. Phreatia aristulifera Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 199; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 395; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 216. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, Kalinga-Apayao, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao. Native.
  3. Phreatia caulescens Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 200; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 217; ≡ Octarrhena caulescens (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 192; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 392; Type: Merrill 4587 (AMES, syn; K, US, isosyn), Luzon: Lepanto, Mt Data, 7000ft, 19-Oct-1905; R.S. Williams 1949 (NY, syn), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Santo Tomas. Distribution: Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Benguet (photos), Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija (photos), MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, South Cotabato (photos). Native.
  4. Phreatia densiflora (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 64; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 395; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 217; ≡ Dendrolirium densiflorum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 343. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Laguna, Rizal, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao, Misamis. Native.
    • var. densiflora. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. Native.
  5. Phreatia infundibuliformis Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 20; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 396. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Misamis, Misamis Occidental. Native.
  6. Phreatia listrophora Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 307; Buenavista, Biologica Nyssana 8 (2017) 35. Distribution: Malesia, Philippines, Thailand. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya (photos), MINDANAO. Native.
  7. Phreatia luzoniensis Rolfe ex Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 96; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 396. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Quezon, Sorsogon, NEGROS. Native.
  8. Phreatia mearnsii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 21; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 396. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Pampanga, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, Misamis Occidental. Native.
  9. Phreatia negrosiana Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1582; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 396. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Native.
  10. Phreatia plantaginifolia (J.Koenig) Ormerod, Opera Bot. 124 (1995) 22; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 217; ≡ Epidendrum plantaginifolium J.Koenig, Observ. Bot. (Retzius) 6 (1791) 60; ≡ Cymbidium plantaginifolium (J.Koenig) Willd., Sp. Pl., 4th Ed. 4 (1805) 101. = Phreatia secunda (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 64; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 396; ≡ Eria secunda (Blume) Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 54; ≡ Dendrolirium secundum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 350. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Zamboanga, TABLAS (photos). Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  11. Phreatia prorepens Rchb.f., Otia Bot. Hamburg. (1878) 54; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 396; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 94. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Synonym of Phreatia tahitensis Lindl.? Native.
  12. Phreatia ramosii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 21; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 396. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra. Native.
  13. Phreatia sulcata (Blume) J.J.Sm., Fl. Buitenz. 6 (Orch. Jav.) (1905) 505; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 397; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 217; Enriquez et al., Fl. Plants Mt. Apo Natural Park (2024) 109; ≡ Eria sulcata (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 69; ≡ Dendrolirium sulcatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 347. = Phreatia bracteata Ames, PJS 4c (1910) 674, nom. illeg., non Schltr. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. BASILAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon (photos), Davao del Sur, MINDORO. Notes: 800-2000m. Native.
  14. Phreatia vanoverberghii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 22; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 397; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 218. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, Mountain Province. Native.
  15. Phreatia wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 196; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 397. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Native.
  16. Phreatia xantholeuca Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 386; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 397. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Exact origin unknown. Native.

Pilophyllum Schltr.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 28 September 2025
  1. Pilophyllum villosum (Blume) Schltr., Orchideen (Schlechter), 1st Ed. (1914) 131; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 218; ≡ Chrysoglossum villosum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 338; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 280. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Thailand. LEYTE (photos), LUZON: Laguna (photos), Quezon, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: 270m (photos). Native.

Pinalia Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 23 November 2023
  1. Pinalia barbifrons (Kraenzl.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 69; ≡ Eria barbifrons Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 52; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 364. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  2. Pinalia bractescens (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 219; ≡ Eria bractescens Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.) (1841) 18; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 365; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 116. = Eria dillwynii Hook., Bot. Mag. 71 (1845) t.4163; ≡ Pinalia dillwynii (Hook.) Cootes, Orchids Austral. 32 (2020) 10. = Eria bractescens var. latipetala Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 232. Distribution: Cambodia, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. BASILAN, LUZON: Bataan, Rizal, MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur (photos), Zamboanga, MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphyte, low elevation up to 500m. Native.
  3. Pinalia campanulata Saavedra & Pitogo, Phytotaxa 626 (2023) 95; Type: Saavedra AJS 0001 (PNH, holo), Mindanao: South Cotabato, Lake Sebu, Allah Valley Protected Landscape, 19-Aug-2022. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: South Cotabato. Conservation status: Near Threatened (Saavedra et al. 2023). Native.
  4. Pinalia carnicolor (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 219; ≡ Eria carnicolor Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 152; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Native.
  5. Pinalia compacta (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria compacta Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 329; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Native.
  6. Pinalia curranii (Leav.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria curranii Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 210; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  7. Pinalia cylindrostachya (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 219; ≡ Eria cylindrostachya Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 190; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Bataan, Benguet, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, Misamis, Misamis Occidental, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: (?-)100-200m (photos) to 1560m. Native.
  8. Pinalia dagamensis (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria dagamensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 147; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 367. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Ifugao, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao del Sur (photos). Native.
  9. Pinalia densa (Ridl.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 220; ≡ Pinalia densa (Ridl.) J.J.Wood, Malesian Orchid J. 4 (2009) 28, nom. illeg., isonym; ≡ Eria densa Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 31 (1896) 281. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Native.
  10. Pinalia edanoana Ormerod & Naive, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 286; Type: Edaño 1250 (PNH 2309) (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Mt Apo, N slope of Lake Linau, 30-Oct-1936. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: 2300m. Native.
  11. Pinalia floribunda (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 220; ≡ Urostachya floribunda (Lindl.) Brieger, Orchideen (Schlechter), 3rd Ed. 1 (1981) 716, nom. inval.; ≡ Eria floribunda Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29(Misc.) (1843) 43; Wall., Cat. (1832) No. 7408, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 367; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 116. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Kalinga, Nueva Ecija, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon, Cotabato, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphyte, lowlands to 1300m. Urostachya floribunda (Lindl.) Brieger was not validly published, because it has an incorrect basionym reference. Native.
  12. Pinalia formosana (Rolfe) Ormerod, Malesian Orchid J. 7 (2011) 85; ≡ Pinalia formosana (Rolfe) T.P.Lin, Taiwania 61 (2016) 114, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; ≡ Eria formosana Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1896 (1896) 194; Type: from Taiwan. = Pinalia copelandii (Leav.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria copelandii Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 203; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366; Type: Copeland 1423 (AMES, holo) Mindanao: Davao, Mt Apo. = Pinalia copelandii var. fusiformis (Leav.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria copelandii var. fusiformis Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 204; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366. = Pinalia tomentosiflora (Hayata) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 223; ≡ Eria tomentosiflora Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 2 (1912) 137; Type: from Taiwan. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO. Notes: 2000m (photos). Native.
  13. Pinalia graciliscapa (Rolfe) J.J.Wood, Malesian Orchid J. 4 (2009) 28; ≡ Eria graciliscapa Rolfe, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 93; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 366. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Kalinga, Laguna, Quezon. Native.
  14. Pinalia hutchinsoniana (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria hutchinsoniana Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 330; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 369. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Native.
  15. Pinalia jarensis (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; ≡ Eria jarensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 150; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 369. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Rizal, MINDANAO: Surigao. Native.
  16. Pinalia jimcootesii Naive & Ormerod, Orchidophile (Paris) 217 (2018) 142; Type: M.A. Naive 017/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kitanglad Mountain Range, Mt Maagnaw, 2590m, 15-Apr-17. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 2590-2740m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Naive & Ormerod 2018). Native.
  17. Pinalia kitangladensis Ormerod & Naive, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 287; Type: Sulit 3477 (PNH 10193) (AMES, holo; PNH, iso), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Mt Kitanglad, summit of middle peak, 14-Apr-1949. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Occidental (photos). Notes: 1800m (photos) to 2350m. Native.
  18. Pinalia longicruris (Leav.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria longicruris Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 205; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 371. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, Misamis Occidental. Native.
  19. Pinalia longilabris (Lindl.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria longilabris Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.) (1841) 38; Bot. Reg. 30 (1844) t. 29; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 371. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  20. Pinalia lyonii (Leav.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria lyonii Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 212; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 371. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  21. Pinalia macera (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria macera Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 103; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 371. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  22. Pinalia maquilingensis (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria maquilingensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 152; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 372. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: South Cotabato. Native.
  23. Pinalia merrittii (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria merrittii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 331; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 372. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Rizal, MINDORO. Native.
  24. Pinalia microchila (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Eria microchila Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 104; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 372. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province. Native.
  25. Pinalia nielsenii Cootes, Cabactulan & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 167; Type: M.D. De Leon s.n. (CMU00010828, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 25-Aug-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, South Cotabato (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. 1000m to 1700m (photos). Native.
  26. Pinalia ovata (Lindl.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 220; ≡ Eria ovata Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 30 (1844) t.29; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 373; Type: Cuming s.n. (L, iso), 1841. = Eria bontocensis Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 427; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 365. = Eria elmeri Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 93. = Eria racemosa Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 206; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 374. = Pinalia retroflexa (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 222; ≡ Eria ovata var. retroflexa (Lindl.) Garay & H.R.Sweet, Orchids S. Ryukyu Islands (1974) 113; ≡ Eria retroflexa Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3 (1859) 60; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1924) 374. Distribution: Java, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. BASILAN, BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Camarines Sur, Ifugao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Surigao, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY, POLILLO. Native.
  27. Pinalia pentalopha Ormerod & Naive, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 287; Type: Vanoverbergh 2230 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Bontoc Subprov, 31-Dec-1912. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province. Notes: 1700m. Native.
  28. Pinalia philippinensis (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 221; Malabrigo et al., Flora of Mt Mantalingahan Protected Landscape (2023) 225; ≡ Eria philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 94; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 373. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra, Aurora (photos), Bataan, Benguet, Ifugao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Native.
  29. Pinalia polyura (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 221; ≡ Eria polyura Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.) (1841) 55; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 373. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Aurora (photos), Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon (photos), Lanao del Sur, Surigao, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY, ROMBLON, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Native.
  30. Pinalia profusa (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 221; ≡ Eria profusa Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28(Misc.) (1842) 3; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 374. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Isabela, Kalinga-Apayao, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte, NEGROS, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Native.
  31. Pinalia ramosa (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; ≡ Eria ramosa Ames, EPFP 1 (1925) 374; ≡ Eria vagans Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 106, nom. illeg., non Schltr. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province. Native.
  32. Pinalia rhodoptera (Rchb.f.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 222; ≡ Eria rhodoptera Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 18 (1882) 586; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 374. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BUSUANGA, LUZON: Mountain Province (photos), Rizal, PALAWAN. Native.
  33. Pinalia ringens (Rchb.f.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; ≡ Eria ringens Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 222; Type: Cuming 2128, Philippines. Distribution: Myanmar, Philippines. LUZON: Laguna. Native.
  34. Pinalia sanguinea Ormerod & Naive, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 287; Type: Ramos & Edaño BS 37758 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Bontoc Subprov, Mt Pukis, 9-Mar-1920. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province. Notes: 1860-2040m. Native.
  35. Pinalia taylorii (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 71; ≡ Eria taylorii Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 5 (1923) 31; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 375. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna. Native.
  36. Pinalia tonglonensis Ormerod & Naive, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 289; Type: Ramos BS 5391 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Tonglon (Mt Sto Tomas), Dec-1908. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  37. Pinalia woodiana (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 224; ≡ Eria woodiana Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 332; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 376. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDORO. Native.
  38. Pinalia xanthocheila (Ridl.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 224; ≡ Eria xanthocheila Ridl., Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 1 (1907) 102. Distribution: Indochina, Malesia. LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos). Notes: 650m (photos). Native.

Platanthera Rich.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 11 October 2019
  1. Platanthera angustata (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1835) 290; ≡ Habenaria angustata (Blume) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 664; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 255; ≡ Mecosa angustata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 403. Distribution: CAMIGUIN, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Benguet, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao, MINDORO, NEGROS. Native.
    • var. angustata. = Platanthera amesiana Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9 (1911) 212; ≡ Habenaria amesiana (Schltr.) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 12; Type: Whitford 162 (AMES, holo; K, iso), Luzon: Bataan, Lamao River, Mt Mariveles, 6-May-1904. Distribution: China, Java, Philippines, Vietnam. CAMIGUIN, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Benguet, Laguna, MINDANAO: Davao, MINDORO, NEGROS. Native.
  2. Platanthera elmeri (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4 (1919) 108; ≡ Habenaria elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1550; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 257; Type: Elmer 11845a (AMES, holo; NY, iso), Mindanao: Davao, Todaya, Nov-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, NEGROS. Notes: Only known from the type. Perhaps a marginal form of Platanthera angustata (Efimov 2016). Native.
  3. Platanthera halconensis (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9 (1911) 212; ≡ Habenaria halconensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 312; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 258; Type: Merrill 5835 (AMES, holo), Mindoro: Mt Halcon, 20-Nov-1906. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Only known from the type. Perhaps a marginal form of Platanthera angustata (Efimov 2016). Native.
  4. Platanthera kinabaluensis Kraenzl. ex Rolfe, J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 42 (1914) 160; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: 1500-4000m. Native.
  5. Platanthera mearnsii (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4 (1919) 107; ≡ Habenaria mearnsii Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 3; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 259; Efimov, Phytotaxa 254 (2016) 76; Type: Mearns 4313 (AMES, lecto), Luzon: Benguet, Jul-1907. = Platanthera longibracteata Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 4 (1914) 122, nom. illeg., non Lindl.; Lin et al., Taiwania 61 (2016) 115; Efimov, Phytotaxa 254 (2016) 76. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Benguet. Notes: c. 2300m. Native.
  6. Platanthera stapfii Kraenzl. ex Rolfe, J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 42 (1914) 160; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines, Sumatra. LUZON: Benguet. Notes: 1500-3400m. Native.

Plocoglottis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 27 June 2026
  1. Plocoglottis bicallosa Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1571; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 338; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 224. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, LUZON: Camarines Norte (photos), Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY (photos). Native.
  2. Plocoglottis copelandii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 326; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 338; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 225. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, CAMIGUIN, JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Cagayan, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Sur, Cotabato, Davao, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga Sibugay, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, POLILLO, SAMAR. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  3. Plocoglottis loheriana (Kraenzl.) K.I.Goebel, Entfaltungsbeweg. Pfl., 2nd Ed. (1924) 389; Ormerod & Cootes, Orchids Austral. 33 (2021) 12; ≡ Pinalia loheriana (Kraenzl.) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 69; ≡ Eria loheriana Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 387; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 371. = Plocoglottis bicomata L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 47; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 225; Batuyong et al., Biodiversitas 21 (2020) 3974. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra (photos), Ilocos Norte, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon (photos), Rizal. Notes: 750m (photos). Native.
  4. Plocoglottis lucbanensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1572; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 338; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 225. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BABUYAN ISLS, CAMIGUIN DE BABUYANES, LUZON: Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur (photos), SAMAR. Native.
  5. Plocoglottis mindorensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 327; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 338; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 226. = Plocoglottis mcgregorii Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 121; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 338. = Plocoglottis wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 101; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 338. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Aurora, Quezon, MINDANAO: Surigao, Surigao del Sur (photos), MINDORO, PANAY, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Notes: 200m (photos). Native.
  6. Plocoglottis plicata (Roxb.) Ormerod, Orchids Sumatra (2001) 293; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 226; Malabrigo et al., Flora of Mt Mantalingahan Protected Landscape (2023) 227; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 28; ≡ Limodorum plicatum Roxb., Fl. Ind. (Roxburgh) 3 (1832) 465. = Plocoglottis acuminata Blume, Mus. Bot. 1 (1849) 46. = Plocoglottis latifolia Blume, Mus. Bot. 1 (1850) 47. = Dendrobium javanicum Korth. ex Blume, Mus. Bot. 1 (1849) 46. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. BASILAN (photos), CATANDUANES (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Albay (photos), Apayao (photos), Aurora, Batangas, Isabela (photos), Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Sorsogon (photos), MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte (photos), Davao Oriental (photos), Davao de Oro (photos), MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY (photos), SAMAR. Notes: 420-1250m (photos). Native.

Poaephyllum Ridl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 1 February 2018
  1. Poaephyllum grandiflorum Quisumb., PJS 66 (1938) 150. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
  2. Poaephyllum pauciflorum (Hook.f.) Ridl., Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 1 (1907) 109; ≡ Agrostophyllum pauciflorum Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 5 (1890) 824. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. Native.

Podochilus Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 14 July 2026
  1. Podochilus bicaudatus Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 3 (1906) 19; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 320. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, CAMIGUIN, PALAWAN, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Native.
  2. Podochilus cumingii Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 3 (1906) 19; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 321. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Pampanga, Quezon. Native.
  3. Podochilus hystricinus Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 42; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 321. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, LEYTE, PANAY, SAMAR. Native.
  4. Podochilus intricatus Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 415; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 321; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 226. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, LUZON: Aurora (photos), Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), PANAY (photos), SAMAR, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Native.
  5. Podochilus longilabris Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1565; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 321. ≠ Podochilus serpyllifolius auct. non (Blume) Lindl.; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1924) 322. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal. Native.
  6. Podochilus lucescens Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 295; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 227. = Podochilus robinsonii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 49. Distribution: Indochina, Malesia, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines Sur, Quezon, MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, SAMAR, TAWI-TAWI. Native.
  7. Podochilus microphyllus Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 234. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Malay Peninsula, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.
  8. Podochilus plumosus Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 668; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 321; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 227; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Camarines Sur, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Cotabato, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga Sibugay, MINDORO, PANAY, SAMAR, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Native.
  9. Podochilus ramosii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 415; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 321. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, CAMIGUIN, LUZON: Nueva Ecija (photos), Quezon, MINDANAO: Surigao. Native.
  10. Podochilus sciuroides Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 41; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 321. Distribution: Malesia, Philippines. MINDANAO: Lanao del Norte. Native.
  11. Podochilus strictus Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 669; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 322; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 227; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, CATANDUANES, DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Cagayan, Camarines Norte (photos), Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur (photos), Zamboanga Sibugay, NEGROS, PANAY, SAMAR, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: 50-100m (photos). Native.

Polystachya Hook.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 19 August 2024
  1. Polystachya concreta (Jacq.) Garay & H.R.Sweet, Orquideologia 9 (1974) 206; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 227; ≡ Epidendrum concretum Jacq., Enum. Syst. Pl. (1760) 30. = Polystachya luteola (Sw.) Hook., Exot. Fl. 2 (1824) t.103, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 329; ≡ Cranichis luteola Sw., Fl. Ind. Occid. 3 (1806) 1433, nom. illeg., nom. superfl. Distribution: Africa, America, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Nicobar Isls, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam. BILIRAN, BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Abra (photos), Benguet, Bulacan, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Lanao del Sur (photos), PALAWAN, PANAY (photos). Notes: 800m (photos). Native.

Pomatocalpa Breda

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 9 April 2023
  1. Pomatocalpa bicolor (Lindl.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 103; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 438; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 228; ≡ Cleisostoma bicolor Lindl., Paxton's Fl. Gard. 2 (1851) 99. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, BUSUANGA, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, NEGROS, PALAWAN, POLILLO, ROMBLON. Native.
  2. Pomatocalpa diffusum Breda, Gen. Sp. Orchid. Asclep. (1829) t.16. = Pomatocalpa latifolium (Lindl.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 105; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 438; ≡ Cleisostoma latifolium Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.) (1840) 60. = Sarcanthus cumingii (Rchb.f.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 85; ≡ Cleisostoma cumingii Rchb.f., Allg. Gartenzeitung 24 (1856) 218. = Pomatocalpa hortense (Ridl.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 104; ≡ Saccolabium hortense Ridl., J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 39 (1903) 83. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. BALABAC, BASILAN, PALAWAN. Native.
  3. Pomatocalpa fuscum (Lindl.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 104; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 228; ≡ Cleisostoma fuscum Lindl., J. Hort. Soc. London 5 (1850) 80. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. BALABAC, BANCALAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Cotabato, Misamis Oriental (photos), PALAWAN, TAWI-TAWI. Native.
  4. Pomatocalpa kunstleri (Hook.f.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 104; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 229; ≡ Cleisostoma kunstleri Hook.f., Hooker's Icon. Pl. 24 (1894) t.2335. = Pomatocalpa merrillii Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1913) 988; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 438. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Quezon, NEGROS, POLILLO. Native.
  5. Pomatocalpa maculosum (Lindl.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 105; ≡ Cleisostoma maculosum Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 227. Distribution: India to Malesia. Native.
    • ssp. andamanicum (Hook.f.) Watthana, Taiwania 51 (2006) 8; ≡ Pomatocalpa andamanicum (Hook.f.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 103; ≡ Cleisostoma andamanicum Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 71. Distribution: Himalayas to Philippines. Native.
  6. Pomatocalpa spicatum Breda, Gen. Sp. Orchid. Asclep. (1829) t.15; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 229. = Pomatocalpa vitellinum (Rchb.f.) Ames, EPFP 1 (1925) 439; ≡ Cleisostoma vitellinum Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1877) 76. = Pomatocalpa setulense (Ridl.) Holttum, Gard. Bull. Singapore 11 (1947) 287; ≡ Saccolabium setulense Ridl., J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 59 (1911) 198. Distribution: Andaman Isls, Bhutan, China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam. BALABAC, BUSUANGA, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Bulacan, Cagayan, Laguna, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Davao, PALAWAN. Native.

Porrorhachis Garay

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 24 August 2017
  1. Porrorhachis galbina (J.J.Sm.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 191; ≡ Saccolabium galbinum J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 26 (1918) 97. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines, Sulawesi. MINDANAO. Native.

Pseuderia Schltr.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 15 April 2025
  1. Pseuderia samarana Z.D.Meneses & Cootes, Taiwania 64 (2019) 353; Type: Z.D. Meneses 213 (PNH, holo; EBL, LBC, TAI, iso), Samar: Samar, Paranas, 21-Jul-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT (photos), LUZON: Aurora, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos), SAMAR. Notes: 380-800m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (Meneses & Cootes 2019). DAO category: Endangered. Native.

Pseudovanilla Garay

  1. Pseudovanilla philippinensis (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 30 (1986) 235; ≡ Galeola philippinensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1924) 5; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 263. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao Oriental. Native.

Pteroceras Hasselt ex Hassk.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 3 February 2025
  1. Pteroceras fragrans (Ridl.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 193; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 230; ≡ Sarcochilus fragrans Ridl., J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 49 (1907) 38. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
  2. Pteroceras leopardinum (C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f.) Seidenf. & Smitinand, Orchids Thailand (1963) 535; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 230; ≡ Thrixspermum leopardinum C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f., Trans. Linn. Soc. London, 1st Ser. 30 (1874) 145. = Sarcochilus benguetensis Ames & Quisumb., PJS 49 (1932) 493. Distribution: Borneo, China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Benguet. Native.
  3. Pteroceras longicalcareum (Ames & Rolfe) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 193; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 231; ≡ Sarcochilus longicalcareus Ames & Rolfe, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 212; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 407. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Abra (photos), Bataan, Bulacan, Camarines, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao del Sur, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PANAY (photos). Notes: 800m. Native.
  4. Pteroceras philippinense (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 194; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 231; Batuyong et al., Biodiversitas 21 (2020) 3974; ≡ Sarcochilus philippinensis (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 215, nom. illeg., non S.Vidal; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 408; ≡ Thrixspermum philippinense Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 437. = Pteroceras pustulatum Senghas, Orchidee (Hamburg) 40 (1989) 5; Type: Heidelberg cult. 0-19768 (HEID, ill. Senghas). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Aurora, Cagayan, Ilocos Norte, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Surigao del Sur (photos), MINDORO, SAMAR. Native.
  5. Pteroceras teres (Blume) Holttum, Kew Bull. 14 (1960) 271; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 231; ≡ Aerides teres (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 240; ≡ Thrixspermum teres (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 121; ≡ Sarcochilus teres (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1863) 499; ≡ Dendrocolla teres Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 289. = Pteroceras suaveolens (Roxb.) Holttum, Kew Bull. 14 (1960) 271; ≡ Sarcochilus suaveolens (Roxb.) Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 33; ≡ Aerides suaveolens Roxb., Fl. Ind. (Roxburgh) 3 (1832) 473. = Sarcochilus palawanensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 214; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 407. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Laos, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. BUSUANGA, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental (photos), PALAWAN. Native.

Renanthera Lour.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 6 August 2024
  1. Renanthera breviflora (Rchb.f.) R.Rice & J.J.Wood, Orchid Rev. 111 (2003) 349; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 232; ≡ Renanthera matutina var. breviflora Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 12 (1879) 70. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines, Sulawesi. LEYTE, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Native.
  2. Renanthera caloptera (Rchb.f.) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 68; ≡ Ascoglossum calopterum (Rchb.f.) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1913) 975; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 30; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 35; ≡ Saccolabium calopterum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 18 (1882) 520. Distribution: Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines. DINAGAT. Notes: Epiphyte up to 300m. DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  3. Renanthera cornuta R.Rice, Photo Intro Vandoid Orchid Gen. Asia (2018) 140; Type: R.Rice (NSW602664, holo), Mindanao: Mar-2003. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO. Native.
  4. Renanthera elongata (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 218; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 233; ≡ Porphyrodesme elongata (Blume) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 191; ≡ Aerides elongata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 367. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand. MINDANAO: Zamboanga. Native.
  5. Renanthera matutina Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 218; Fernando et al., Forest Flora of Dinagat (2017) 89. = Renanthera angustifolia Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 49; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 232. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra. DINAGAT, LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Zamboanga, SAMAR. Notes: (?-)1400m. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.
  6. Renanthera monachica Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 224; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 428; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 233; Type: BS 3089 Curran, Luzon: Zambales, Feb-1908. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Sarangani (photos), Surigao. Notes: 800(-?). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  7. Renanthera philippinensis (Ames & Quisumb.) L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 31; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 233; ≡ Renanthera storiei var. philippinensis Ames & Quisumb., PJS 47 (1932) 210. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Cagayan, Camarines, Isabela (photos), Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Surigao, PALAWAN, SAMAR. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  8. Renanthera porphyrodesme (Schltr.) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 68; ≡ Saccolabium porphyrodesme Schltr., Nachtr. Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee (1905) 229; ≡ Porphyrodesme papuana Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1913) 983; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 229. = Porphyrodesme sarcanthoides (J.J.Sm.) Mahyar, Reinwardtia 10 (1988) 418; ≡ Renanthera sarcanthoides J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 25 (1917) 94. Distribution: Philippines, Sumatra to New Guinea. MINDANAO. Native.
  9. Renanthera storiei Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 14 (1880) 296; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 428; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 233; Cortez et al., Check List 19 (2023) 989. = Renanthera storiei forma citrina Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. A-V(3) (1983) 24. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Camarines, Mountain Province, Rizal, Sorsogon, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan, Surigao, PALAWAN, SAMAR, SIARGAO. Notes: 0m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.

Rhomboda Lindl.

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  1. Rhomboda blackii (Ames) Ormerod, Austral. Orchid Rev. 63(4) (1998) 11; ≡ Hetaeria blackii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 43; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 278. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, Lanao, Lanao del Sur, Surigao del Norte. Native.
  2. Rhomboda cristata (Blume) Ormerod, Orchadian 11 (1995) 333; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 234; ≡ Hetaeria cristata Blume, Coll. Orchid. (1859) 103. Distribution: Japan, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. CEBU (photos), MINDANAO: Misamis Occidental (photos). Native.
  3. Rhomboda lanceolata (Lindl.) Ormerod, Orchadian 11 (1995) 329; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 234; ≡ Dossinia lanceolata Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 1 (1857) 186. = Rhomboda luzonensis (Ames) Ormerod, Orchadian 11 (1995) 332; ≡ Zeuxine luzonensis (Ames) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 394; ≡ Adenostylis luzonensis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 57; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 276. = Adenostylis vanoverberghii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 408; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 277. Distribution: China, India, Japan, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN. Notes: Present in the Cordillera Mts of Luzon; terrestrial in montane forests, 930-2540m. Native.

Needs name

  1. Rhomboda A. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Notes: Paul Ormerod (7-May-20): Rhomboda aff. atrorubens (Schltr.) Ormerod, "closest to R. atrorubens in lip shape. Certainly it is distinct from other Philippine taxa". Native.

Rhynchostylis Blume

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  1. Rhynchostylis gigantea (Lindl.) Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 356; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 235; ≡ Gastrochilus giganteus (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 661; ≡ Anota gigantea (Lindl.) Fukuy., Trans. Nat. Hist. Soc. Formosa 34 (1944) 111; ≡ Saccolabium giganteum Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 221. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, Tarlac, Zambales, MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Native.
    • ssp. violacea (Lindl.) Christenson, Indian Orchid J. 1 (1985) 154; Selbyana 9, 1 (1986) 169; ≡ Anota violacea (Lindl.) Schltr., Orchideen (Schlechter), 1st Ed. (1914) 588; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 438; ≡ Gastrochilus violaceus (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 661; ≡ Rhynchostylis violacea (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Bonplandia 2 (1854) 93; ≡ Saccolabium violaceum (Lindl.) Sander, Sander's Orch. Guide (1901) 219; ≡ Vanda violacea Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.) (1841) 12. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bulacan. Native.
  2. Rhynchostylis retusa (L.) Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 286; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 423; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 235; ≡ Gastrochilus retusus (L.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 1 (1891) 66; ≡ Saccolabium retusum (L.) Voigt, Hort. Suburb. Calcutt. (1845) 630; ≡ Limodorum retusum (L.) Sw., Nova Acta Regiae Soc. Sci. Upsal., 2nd Ser. 6 (1799) 80; ≡ Aerides retusa (L.) Sw., J. Bot. (Schrader) 1799 (1800) 233; ≡ Epidendrum retusum L., Sp. Pl., 1st Ed. (1753) 953. = Gastrochilus praemorsus (Willd.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 661; ≡ Saccolabium praemorsum (Willd.) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 22; ≡ Rhynchostylis praemorsa (Willd.) Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 286; ≡ Aerides praemorsa Willd., Sp. Pl., 4th Ed. 4 (1805) 130. = Orchis lanigera Blanco, Fl. Filip., 1st Ed. (1837) 641. Distribution: Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Abra, Bataan, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Pangasinan (photos), Rizal, MINDORO. Native.
  3. Rhynchostylis rieferi W.E.Higgins, Selbyana 31 (2013) 40, as 'rieferii'; Type: R. Riefer s.n (SEL, holo), ex hort. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra (photos). Notes: 700m (photos). Native.

Robiquetia Gaudich.

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  1. Robiquetia aberrans (Schltr.) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 68; ≡ Saccolabium aberrans Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 202. = Malleola baliensis J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 3rd Sér. 2 (1920) 118; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 181. Distribution: Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Philippines. LUZON: Aurora (photos), Quezon. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 1000m. Native.
  2. Robiquetia amesiana Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 69; ≡ Malleola constricta Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 234; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 434; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 181. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Cotabato, POLILLO, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 700m. Native.
  3. Robiquetia bifidus (Lindl.) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 69; ≡ Megalotus bifidus (Lindl.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 185; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 183; ≡ Sarcanthus bifidus (Lindl.) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 245; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 436; ≡ Saccolabium bifidum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24(Misc.) (1838) 3. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), MINDANAO: Agusan, Cotabato, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 1200m. Native.
  4. Robiquetia cerina (Rchb.f.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 196; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 235; ≡ Saccolabium cerinum Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 4 (1888) 206. = Robiquetia merrillii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 123; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 435; ≡ Malleola merrillii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 236. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan (photos), Camarines, Laguna, Mountain Province, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Cotabato (photos), Davao del Sur (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS. Native.
  5. Robiquetia compressa (Lindl.) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1913) 983; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 434; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 236; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 29; ≡ Gastrochilus compressus (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 661; ≡ Saccolabium compressum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29(Misc.) (1843) 9. = Robiquetia ramosii Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 123; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 435. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Camarines Sur, Isabela (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Misamis, Zamboanga, MINDORO, PALAWAN (photos), PANAY, SAMAR. Native.
  6. Robiquetia discolor (Rchb.f.) Seidenf. & Garay, Bot. Tidsskr. 67 (1972) 119; ≡ Saccolabium discolor Rchb.f., Otia Bot. Hamburg. (1878) 42. = Schoenorchis mindanaensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 240; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 436. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic, 15m in Mindanao. Native.
  7. Robiquetia dutertei Cootes, Naive & M.Leon, Die Orchidee 2 (2016) 4; Type: MDL 003/2016 (CMUH 00010823, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Kalatungan Mountain Range, 1400m., 22-May-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Occidental (photos). Native.
  8. Robiquetia eburnea (W.Suarez & Cootes) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 69; ≡ Malleola eburnea W.Suarez & Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 72 (2007) 18; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 182. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna. Notes: Epiphytic, 200-500m. Native.
  9. Robiquetia enigma Ferreras & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 74(6) (2009) 38; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 236. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Zambales. Notes: 1300-1700m. Native.
  10. Robiquetia flammea (R.Boos, Cootes & W.Suarez) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 69; ≡ Malleola flammea R.Boos, Cootes & W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 76 (2011) 51; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 182. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic, c. 1200m. Native.
  11. Robiquetia ilocosnortensis Calaramo, Cootes & K.Gaspar, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 41; Type: Calaramo 007906 (HNUL, holo), Luzon: Ilocos Norte, Vintar - Adams, Mt Pao, 25-Mar-2013. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ilocos Norte. Notes: 400-800m. Conservation status: Vulnerable (Calaramo et al. 2018). Native.
  12. Robiquetia lyonii (Ames) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 70; ≡ Malleola lyonii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 235; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 434; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 182. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON, MINDANAO (photos). Notes: Epiphytic, c. 300m. Native.
  13. Robiquetia micramphora Cabactulan, Cootes, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 18; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803020 (CAHUP073560, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 900-1000m, 20-Jan-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  14. Robiquetia ormerodii Naive, J.A.G.Dalisay & Alejandro, Webbia 74 (2019) 67; Type: Dalisay 101 (USTH, holo; HNUL, iso), Panay: Antique, Mt Madjaas, 1400m, 10-Nov-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Not taxonomically distinct from Robiquetia compressa (Boos, pers. comm. 9-Jun-19). 1400-1600m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Naive et al. 2019). Native.
  15. Robiquetia pantherina (Kraenzl.) Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 95; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 435; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 236; ≡ Saccolabium pantherinum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 391. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Ilocos Norte (photos), Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Surigao, NEGROS, POLILLO, SAMAR. Native.
  16. Robiquetia reflexa (R.Boos & Cootes) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 70; ≡ Malleola reflexa R.Boos & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2013 (2013) 6; Type: R. Boos Mar-2011 (PUH, holo), Negros: Northern Negros Occidental. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Native.
  17. Robiquetia roycimatui Calaramo, Cootes, Pugal & Davalos, OrchideenJ. 2019 (2019) 79; Type: Calaramo 14901 (HNUL, holo), Luzon: Ilocos Norte, Vintar, Pasuquin, Burgos & Bangui, 25-Oct-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ilocos Norte. Notes: 300-500m. Native.
  18. Robiquetia schizogenia (Ferreras, Cootes & R.Boos) J.M.H.Shaw, Orchid Rev. 125(Suppl. 1319) (2017) 59; ≡ Malleola schizogenia Ferreras, Cootes & R.Boos, OrchideenJ. 2016 (2016) 76; Type: Ferreras UF 748 (PNH, holo; PUH, iso), Mindanao: South Cotabato, Tukay Mal, 1273m, 20-Oct-2009. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: South Cotabato. Native.
  19. Robiquetia spathulata (Blume) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 114; ≡ Cleisostoma spathulatum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 364. = Pomatocalpa densiflorum (Lindl.) Tang & F.T.Wang, Acta Phytotax. Sin. 1 (1951) 99; ≡ Rhynchostylis densiflora (Lindl.) L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1937) 58; ≡ Gastrochilus densiflorus (Lindl.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 661; ≡ Aerides densiflora (Lindl.) Wall. ex Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 72; ≡ Sarcanthus densiflorus (Lindl.) C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f., Trans. Linn. Soc. London, 1st Ser. 30 (1874) 136; ≡ Saccolabium densiflorum Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 220. Distribution: Himalayas to China and Malesia, Philippines. Native.
  20. Robiquetia sulitiana (Ormerod) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 70; ≡ Samarorchis sulitiana Ormerod, Taiwania 53 (2008) 160. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. SAMAR. Notes: 200m. Native.
  21. Robiquetia vanoverberghii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 238; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 435; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 237. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Zamboanga. Native.

Saccolabiopsis J.J.Sm.

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  1. Saccolabiopsis tenella (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 198; ≡ Saccolabium tenellum Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 308; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 432. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, SAMAR. Native.
  2. Saccolabiopsis viridiflora Aver., Rheedea 15 (2005) 97; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 237; Type: from Vietnam. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam. MINDORO, SAMAR. Native.

Sadokum D.Tiu and Cootes

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  1. Sadokum stapeliiflorum (Teijsm. & Binn.) D.Tiu & Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 72 (2007) 6; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 237; ≡ Grammatophyllum stapeliiflorum (Teijsm. & Binn.) J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 487; ≡ Cymbidium stapeliiflorum Teijsm. & Binn., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 24 (1862) 319. Distribution: Java, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. MINDANAO: Surigao. Native.

Salacistis Rchb.f.

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  1. Salacistis fumata (Thwaites) T.C.Hsu, Ill. Fl. Taiwan 2 (2016) 184; ≡ Goodyera fumata Thwaites, Enum. Pl. Zeyl. (1861) 314; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 162; Type: from Sri Lanka. Throughout much of Asia. Distribution: China, India, Java, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. Notes: Locality information for Philippines not known (see Cootes 2011). 747m. Native.
  2. Salacistis rubicunda (Blume) T.C.Hsu, Ill. Fl. Taiwan 2 (2016) 184; ≡ Goodyera rubicunda (Blume) Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 25(Misc.) (1839) 61; Hatusima, Mem. Fac. Agr. Kagoshima Univ. 5 (1966) 63; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 163; ≡ Epipactis rubicunda (Blume) A.A.Eaton, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 21 (1908) 65; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 271; ≡ Neottia rubicunda Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 408; Type: from Java. Distribution: Australia, China, India, Japan, Java, Malaysia, Moluccas, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Solomon Isls, Sulawesi, Taiwan, Vietnam. BATAN, CEBU (photos), LUZON: Laguna, Quezon (photos), Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Cotabato, Davao de Oro (photos), Lanao, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY. Notes: Terrestrial in damp forest. 110-450m to 1000-1250m (photos). Native.

Santotomasia Ormerod (Endemic)

  1. Santotomasia wardiana Ormerod, Taiwania 53 (2008) 160. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.

Sarcophyton Garay

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  1. Sarcophyton crassifolium (Lindl. & Paxton) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 202; ≡ Sarcanthus crassifolius (Lindl. & Paxton) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 85; ≡ Cleisostoma crassifolium Lindl. & Paxton, Paxton's Fl. Gard. 3 (1852) t.99. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  2. Sarcophyton pachyphyllum (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 202; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 238; ≡ Sarcanthus pachyphyllus Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 248; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 437. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay, Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, PALAWAN (photos). Native.

Schoenorchis Reinw. ex Blume

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  1. Schoenorchis micrantha Reinw. ex Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 362; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 435; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 238; ≡ Ascocentrum micranthum (Reinw. ex Blume) Holttum, Gard. Bull. Singapore 11 (1947) 275. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Ilocos Norte, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao, PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, 0-1300m. Native.
  2. Schoenorchis paniculata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 362; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 239. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Philippines, Sumatra. CEBU (photos), LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon (photos), MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO. Native.
  3. Schoenorchis vanoverberghii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 242; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 436; ≡ Schoenorchis paniculata var. vanoverberghii (Ames) S.S.Ying, Coloured Ill. Indig. Orchids Taiwan 1 (1977) 499; Type: M. Vanoverbergh 3644 (AMES, holo; AMES, iso), Luzon: 1750m, Sep/Nov-1913. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Bataan, Cagayan, Mountain Province, Pampanga. Notes: Epiphytic at 1700m in Mountain Province. Native.

Schuitemania Ormerod (Endemic)

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  1. Schuitemania merrillii (Ames) Ormerod, Lindleyana 17 (2002) 229; ≡ Erythrodes merrillii (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 3 (1908) 79; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 273; ≡ Herpysma merrillii Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 313. = Kuhlhasseltia halconensis J.J.Wood, Kew Bull. 41 (1986) 814. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN (photos), LUZON: Quezon (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: Damp ravine, 730m. Native.

Spathoglottis Blume

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  1. Spathoglottis chrysantha Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 161; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 336; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 239. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT (photos), LUZON: Abra (photos), Albay, Benguet, Ifugao, Laguna (photos), Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Zambales, SIBUYAN. Notes: 1700m (photos). Native.
  2. Spathoglottis elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1572; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 336; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 239. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU, MINDORO, NEGROS. Native.
  3. Spathoglottis kimballiana Hook.f., Bot. Mag. 121 (1895) t.7443; Hort. Sander ex Gartenflora 41 (1892) 184, nom. inval., nom. nud.; Rolfe in Sander, Reichenbachia ii, 2 (1894) 95; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 336; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 240; Batuyong et al., Biodiversitas 21 (2020) 3974. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. BATAN DE ALBAY, LUZON: Albay, Aurora (photos), Ilocos Norte, Isabela, Zambales (photos), MINDORO (photos), PALAWAN (photos), PANAY, SIBUYAN (photos). Notes: (?-)530m. Native.
    • var. angustifolia Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 99; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 336. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BATAN DE ALBAY, LUZON: Albay, Aurora, Ilocos Norte, Isabela, PANAY (photos), SIBUYAN. Notes: (?-)530m. Native.
    • var. antiquensis T.Green, Orchid Digest 65 (2001) 89. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO (photos), PANAY. Native.
  4. Spathoglottis palawanensis Lubag-Arquiza, Orchid Digest 70 (2006) 170; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 240. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
  5. Spathoglottis × parsonsii Ames & Quisumb., Philipp. Orchid Rev. 1 (1948) 4. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra (photos). Notes: Spathoglottis plicata × Spathoglottis vanoverbergii. 800m (photos). Native.
  6. Spathoglottis philippinensis Lubag-Arquiza, Orchid Digest 70 (2006) 171; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 240. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE (photos), MINDANAO: Davao Oriental (photos). Native.
  7. Spathoglottis plicata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 401; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 336; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 240; Fernando et al., Forest Flora of Dinagat (2017) 97; Malabrigo et al., Flora of Mt Mantalingahan Protected Landscape (2023) 231; Romeroso et al., J. Asia-Pacific biodiv. 17 (2024) 12; Type: from Java. Distribution: Australia, India, Java, Malaysia, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. BOHOL, CATANDUANES (photos), CEBU (photos), DINAGAT, HOMONHON, JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Abra (photos), Apayao (photos), Aurora (photos), Ifugao, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Quezon, Sorsogon, Tarlac, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon (photos), Davao del Sur, Misamis Occidental (photos), Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Notes: In almost every province (Cootes 2011). (?-)100-1050m (photos) to 1500m. Native.
  8. Spathoglottis tomentosa Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 31 (1845) t.19; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 337; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 241; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, CATANDUANES, CEBU (photos), DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Cagayan, Cavite, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao, Davao Oriental (photos), Davao del Sur (photos), Lanao, Misamis, Misamis Oriental (photos), Sultan Kudarat (photos), Surigao, MINDORO, NEGROS, SAMAR. Notes: 956m (photos). Native.
  9. Spathoglottis vanoverberghii Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 299; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 337; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 241; Batuyong et al., Biodiversitas 21 (2020) 3974. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Ilocos Norte, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya (photos). Native.

Possibly present

  1. Spathoglottis gracilis Rolfe ex Hook.f., Bot. Mag. 120 (1894) t.7366. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, ?Philippines, Thailand. ?PALAWAN. Notes: P.B. Pelser (27-Apr-24): Elmer 13143 (MO) possibly represents this species in the Philippines.

Spiranthes Rich.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Wally Suarez, 28 August 2024
  1. Spiranthes australis (R.Br.) Lindl., Bot. Reg. 10 (1824) t.823; ≡ Spiranthes sinensis var. australis (R.Br.) H.Hara & S.Kitam., Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 36 (1985) 93; ≡ Neottia australis R.Br., Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. (1810) 319; Type: from China. Distribution: Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Borneo, China, E Asia, India, Japan, Java, Korea, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Middle East, Moluccas, Myanmar, Nepal, New Caledonia, New Guinea, New Zealand, Pacific Ocean, Pakistan, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Solomon Isls, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam. DINAGAT (photos), LUZON: Apayao (photos), Benguet, Ifugao (photos), Mountain Province. Notes: Terrestrial. 1700m (photos). Native.
  2. Spiranthes sinensis (Pers.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 53; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 268; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 241; ≡ Neottia sinensis Pers., Syn. Pl. (Pers.) 2 (1807) 511. = Spiranthes aristotelea Merr., PJS 15 (1919) 230, nom. illeg., nom. superfl. Distribution: Australia, Bangladesh, Bismarck Arch, China, India, Indian Ocean, Japan, Laos, Myanmar, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Vietnam. CEBU (photos), MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial. 800-1700m (photos). Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.

Stereochilus Lindl.

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 17 January 2018
  1. Stereochilus ringens (Rchb.f.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 205; ≡ Sarcanthus ringens (Rchb.f.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 93; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 437; ≡ Cleisostoma ringens Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 4 (1888) 724. Distribution: India, Philippines. Native.

Stereosandra Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 10 April 2023
  1. Stereosandra javanica Blume, Mus. Bot. 2 (1856) 176; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 267; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 245; Type: from Java. Distribution: China, Java, Malaysia, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Solomon Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Zamboanga, NEGROS (photos). Native.

Stichorkis Thou.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 21 June 2024
  1. Stichorkis asinacephala (W.Suarez & Cootes) W.Suarez & Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 246; ≡ Liparis asinacephala W.Suarez & Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 73(4) (2008) 25. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Epiphytic, 500-1000m. Native.
  2. Stichorkis benguetensis (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 246; ≡ Liparis benguetensis (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1911) 210; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 311; ≡ Cestichis benguetensis Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 9. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, Rizal, NEGROS. Native.
  3. Stichorkis compressa (Blume) J.J.Wood, Orchids Mount Kinabalu 2 (2011) 531; ≡ Stichorkis compressa (Blume) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 246, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; ≡ Liparis compressa (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1830) 32; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 312; ≡ Malaxis compressa Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 390; Type: not from the Philippines. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. LUZON: Bataan, Quezon (photos). Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic, 800-2300m. Native.
  4. Stichorkis cumingii (Ridl.) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 246; ≡ Liparis cumingii Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 22 (1886) 292; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 312. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Laguna, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Zamboanga. Native.
  5. Stichorkis davidlohmanii Naive, Cootes & Ormerod, Taiwania 64 (2019) 65; Type: M.A.K. Naive 102 (USTH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, Malaybalay City, Mt Limbawon, 1100m, 26-May-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Naive et al. 2019). Native.
  6. Stichorkis elmeri (Ames) Naive & Ormerod, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 253; ≡ Liparis elmeri (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1911) 210; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 313; ≡ Cestichis elmeri Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 10; Type: Elmer 6553 (AMES, holo; K, NY, US, iso), Luzon: Benguet, Mt Santo Tomas, 1-Jul-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Quezon (photos), ?MINDANAO: ?Bukidnon. Native.
  7. Stichorkis fragilis (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 246; ≡ Liparis fragilis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 313; ≡ Cestichis fragilis Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 412. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Zamboanga. Native.
  8. Stichorkis gibbosa (Finet) J.J.Wood, Orchids Mount Kinabalu 2 (2011) 531; ≡ Stichorkis gibbosa (Finet) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 247, nom. illeg., isonym; ≡ Liparis gibbosa Finet, Bull. Soc. Bot. France 55 (1908) 342; Type: from Java. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, New Guinea, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao de Oro (photos), SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic. 500-1500m. Native.
  9. Stichorkis gracilis (Ames) Naive & Ormerod, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 254; ≡ Stichorkis amesiana (Schltr.) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 245, nom. illeg., nom. superfl.; ≡ Liparis amesiana Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1911) 210; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 310; ≡ Cestichis gracilis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 136; Type: Copeland 274 (AMES, lecto; K, US, isolecto), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, 31-Jan-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, South Cotabato (photos), MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic. Possibly synonymous with Stichorkis propinqua (Ames) ined. (Ron Boos, pers. comm. 3-Nov-16). 500-2850m. Native.
  10. Stichorkis leytensis (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 247; ≡ Liparis leytensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 80; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 313. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon (photos), Zamboanga, NEGROS, PANAY. Native.
  11. Stichorkis linearifolia (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 247; ≡ Liparis linearifolia (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 313; ≡ Cestichis linearifolia Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1563; Type: Elmer 11494, Mindanao: Davao, Todaya (Mt Apo), 6000ft, Aug-1909. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur. Notes: 1829m. Native.
  12. Stichorkis magnicallosa (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 247; ≡ Liparis magnicallosa Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 108; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 314. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis, South Cotabato, Zamboanga, MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic, 300-2900m. Native.
  13. Stichorkis merrillii (Ames) Naive & Ormerod, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 254; ≡ Stichorkis merrillii (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 247, nom. inval.; ≡ Liparis merrillii (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1911) 210; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 314; ≡ Cestichis merrillii Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 11; Type: Merrill 3736 (AMES, holo; US, iso), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, 1-Jan-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Cotabato (photos), Misamis, Zamboanga, MINDORO. Notes: Stichorkis merrillii (Ames) Cootes was not validly published, because it has an incorrect basionym reference. Native.
  14. Stichorkis nutans (Ames) Naive & Ormerod, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 254; ≡ Stichorkis nutans (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 247, nom. inval.; ≡ Liparis nutans (Ames) Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 81; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 315; ≡ Cestichis nutans Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 597; Type: Clemens s.n. (AMES, lecto), Mindanao: Lake Lanao, Camp Keithley, May-1907. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Lanao, Misamis Oriental, Surigao, NEGROS (photos), PALAWAN. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 1000m. Stichorkis nutans (Ames) Cootes was not validly published, because it has an incorrect basionym reference. Native.
  15. Stichorkis philippinensis (Ames) Naive & Ormerod, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 254; ≡ Stichorkis philippinensis (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 248, nom. inval.; ≡ Disticholiparis philippinensis (Ames) Marg. & Szlach., Orchidee (Hamburg) 55 (2004) 178; ≡ Liparis philippinensis (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1911) 210; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 315; ≡ Cestichis philippinensis Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 7; Type: Borden 799 (AMES, lecto; US, isolecto), Luzon: Bataan, Mt Mariveles, 25-May-1904. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Abra, Aurora (photos), Bataan, Benguet, Cagayan, Laguna, Mountain Province, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Cotabato, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic, 300-2900m. Stichorkis philippinensis (Ames) Cootes was not validly published, because it has an incorrect basionym reference. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1, as Liparis philippinensis). Native.
  16. Stichorkis prava (Ames) Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 248; ≡ Liparis prava Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 109; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 316. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna (photos), Rizal, MINDANAO: South Cotabato. Native.
  17. Stichorkis propinqua (Ames) Naive & Ormerod, Lankesteriana 19 (2019) 255; ≡ Liparis propinqua Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 110; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 316; Type: C.M. Weber 011 (AMES, holo; K, NY, S, SUNG, US, iso), Bancalan: 14-Oct-1916. ≠ Stichorkis disticha auct. non Thouars; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 246. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BANCALAN, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Notes: Philippine specimens referred to Liparis disticha belong to this taxon. Liparis disticha (Thouars) Lindl. is a species from the W Indian Ocean. Native.

Stigmatodactylus Maxim. ex Makino

Edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 11 March 2016
  1. Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus A.S.Rob. & Gironella, Phytotaxa 252 (2016) 103; Type: Robinson AR003 (PPC, holo; transfer to PNH requested), Palawan: Mount Victoria Massif, 1460m, in mossy pads on matted tree roots and steep rock walls, 25-Jul-2007. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Notes: Ultramafic rock. 1430-1680m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered (Robinson et al. 2016). DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
  2. Stigmatodactylus dalagangpalawanicum A.S.Rob., Phytotaxa 252 (2016) 100; Type: Robinson AR002 (PPC, holo; transfer to PNH requested), Palawan: Mount Victoria Massif, 1600m, emergent from moss and leaf litter in thin humus layer overlying rocky ultramafic soil, 25-Jul-2007. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. PALAWAN. Notes: Ultramafic rock, 1400-1700 m. Conservation status: Critically Endangered B2ac(iv); D (Robinson et al. 2016). Native.

Strongyleria (Pfitzer) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 31 October 2023
  1. Strongyleria hirsutipetala (Ames) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen, Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186 (2018) 201; Malabrigo et al., Flora of Mt Mantalingahan Protected Landscape (2023) 233; ≡ Pinalia hirsutipetala (Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2009 (2009) 70; ≡ Trichotosia hirsutipetala (Ames) Schuit. & de Vogel, Blumea 48 (2003) 513; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 262; ≡ Eria hirsutipetala Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 102; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 369; Type: BS 39124 Ramos & Edaño (AMES, holo; K, US, iso). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Cotabato, Davao de Oro (photos), Davao del Sur (photos), PALAWAN. Native.

Taeniophyllum Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 13 April 2023
  1. Taeniophyllum biocellatum J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 9 (1913) 120; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 248. Distribution: Java, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: Epiphytic at mid-elevation. Native.
  2. Taeniophyllum bracteatum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1938) 168; ≡ Microtatorchis aristata Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 187. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Native.
  3. Taeniophyllum compactum Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 247; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 442; ≡ Microtatorchis compacta (Ames) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 209; Type: R.S. Williams 1937 (NY, holo; AMES, iso), Luzon: Baguio, 15-Sep-1904. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphyte up to 1700m in Mountain Province. Native.
  4. Taeniophyllum copelandii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 436; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 442. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur. Native.
  5. Taeniophyllum elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1588; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 442; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 249. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, NEGROS. Notes: Epiphytic up to 1000m. Native.
  6. Taeniophyllum hasseltii Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1863) 68. Distribution: Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Thailand. LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: ?Lanao del Norte (photos), MINDORO, PANAY. Notes: Reported for the Philippines by Raab Bustamante (18-Jun-15, pers. comm.). Native.
  7. Taeniophyllum hirtum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 356. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental, NEGROS. Native.
  8. Taeniophyllum leytense Ames, Orchidaceae 6 (1920) 310; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 442. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Native.
  9. Taeniophyllum merrillii Ames, PJS 6c (1911) 56; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 442. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan. Native.
  10. Taeniophyllum philippinense Rchb.f., Otia Bot. Hamburg. (1878) 53; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 443; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 249; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 29. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CEBU (photos by Pelser & Barcelona), LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Cagayan, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, MINDANAO: Agusan, Zamboanga, MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic up to 150m. Native.
  11. Taeniophyllum pulchellum Cootes, Cabactulan, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2020 (2020) 9; Type: De Leon MDL190701 (PNH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 900-1000m, 1-Jul-2019. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 900-1000m. Native.
  12. Taeniophyllum pusillum (Willd.) Seidenf. & Ormerod, Descr. Epidendrorum J.G.König (1995) 23; Averyanov et al., Taiwania 61 (2016) 350; ≡ Limodorum pusillum Willd., Sp. Pl., 4th Ed. 4 (1805) 126. = Taeniophyllum obtusum Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 357; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 249. Distribution: Borneo, Cambodia, China, Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDORO. Notes: Epiphytic at low elevation. Native.
  13. Taeniophyllum saccatum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1938) 169; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 249 . Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic up to 700m. Native.

Tainia Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 15 April 2023
  1. Tainia maingayi Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 5 (1890) 822; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 250. Distribution: Malesia, Philippines, Thailand. MINDANAO: Davao Oriental. Native.
  2. Tainia trinervis (Blume) Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 54; ≡ Mitopetalum trinerve Blume, Mus. Bot. 2 (1856) 185. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines. MINDORO. Native.

Thecostele Rchb.f.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 31 July 2024
  1. Thecostele alata (Roxb.) C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f., Trans. Linn. Soc. London, 1st Ser. 30 (1874) 135; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 399; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 250; ≡ Cymbidium alatum Roxb., Fl. Ind. (Roxburgh) 3 (1832) 459. = Thecostele elmeri (Ames) Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 434; ≡ Pholidota elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1557. Distribution: Bangladesh to Malesia, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), PALAWAN. Notes: 200m. (photos). Native.

Thelasis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 3 August 2026
  1. Thelasis capitata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 386; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 393; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 251. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. LUZON: Kalinga-Apayao, MINDANAO: South Cotabato (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS, SAMAR. Native.
  2. Thelasis carinata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 386; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 393; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 251. Distribution: Australia, Borneo, Java, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand. BABUYAN, BASILAN, BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Bataan, Cagayan, Camarines Norte (photos), Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon (photos), Davao, Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: 1303m (photos). Native.
  3. Thelasis micrantha (Brongn.) J.J.Sm., Fl. Buitenz. 6 (Orch. Jav.) (1905) 495; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 394; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 251; ≡ Oxyanthera micrantha Brongn., Voy. Monde, Phan. (1834) 197. Distribution: Borneo, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam. DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, NEGROS, PANAY (photos). Native.
  4. Thelasis obtusa Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 386; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 394. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Philippines, Sumatra. Native.
  5. Thelasis pygmaea (Griff.) Lindl., J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3 (1859) 63; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 252; ≡ Euproboscis pygmaea Griff., Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 5 (1845) 372; Type: from Nepal. = Thelasis triptera Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 219; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 394. Distribution: China, Hong Kong, India, Java, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora (photos), Cagayan, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Occidental, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, PANAY, SAMAR. Native.
  6. Thelasis succosa Carr, Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 7 (1932) 35. Distribution: Malay Peninsula, Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos). Native.

Thelymitra J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.

  1. Thelymitra javanica Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 419; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 260. Distribution: Java, Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Notes: On open slopes at 1350-2300m. Native.

Thrixspermum Lour.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 19 June 2026
  1. Thrixspermum acuminatissimum (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 121; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 404; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 252; ≡ Sarcochilus acuminatissimus (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1863) 498; ≡ Aerides acuminatissima (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 240; ≡ Dendrocolla acuminatissima Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 286. Distribution: India to Malesia, Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Quezon. Native.
    • ssp. acuminatissimum. Distribution: India to Malesia, Philippines. Native.
  2. Thrixspermum agusanense Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 201; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 405. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan, Surigao, Surigao del Norte. Native.
  3. Thrixspermum amesianum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 87; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 253. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Apayao (photos), Laguna, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, PALAWAN, SAMAR. Native.
  4. Thrixspermum amplexicaule (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 121; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 405; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 253; ≡ Dendrocolla amplexicaulis Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 286; ≡ Aerides amplexicaulis (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 239; ≡ Orsidice amplexicaulis (Blume) Rchb.f., Bonplandia 2 (1854) 93; ≡ Sarcochilus amplexicaulis (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1863) 499. Distribution: Andaman Isls, China, Java, Malaysia, New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Isls, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao de Oro (photos), Lanao. Native.
  5. Thrixspermum angustatum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 90; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 253. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora (photos), SAMAR (photos), SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Native.
  6. Thrixspermum bellamabantae Cabactulan, Cootes & R.B.Pimentel, OrchideenJ. 2018 (2018) 19, as 'bellamabantaiae'; Type: M.D. De Leon MDL1803021 (CAHUP073561, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, c. 1200m, 3-Mar-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.
  7. Thrixspermum bromeliforme W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 74(3) (2009) 33; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 253. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. ?LUZON: ?Aurora, ?Mountain Province. Native.
  8. Thrixspermum canaliculatum J.J.Sm., Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, 2nd Sér. 13 (1914) 42; O'Byrne, Malesian Orchid J. 18 (2016) 6. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
  9. Thrixspermum celebicum Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 205; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 254. Distribution: Java, Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, ?NEGROS. Native.
  10. Thrixspermum centipeda Lour., Fl. Cochinch. (1790) 520; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 254; ≡ Sarcochilus centipeda (Lour.) Náves, Fl. Filip., 3rd Ed. 4(Nov. App.) (1880) 238. = Epidendrum thrixspermum Raeusch., Nomencl. Bot. (Raeusch.), 3rd Ed. (1797) 265. = Aerides flos-aeris Sw., J. Bot. (Schrader) 1799 (1800) 233. = Thrixspermum arachnites (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 121; ≡ Sarcochilus arachnites (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1863) 498; ≡ Aerides arachnites (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 238; ≡ Dendrocolla arachnites Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 287. Distribution: Bhutan, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Java, Laos, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Sarangani (photos). Native.
  11. Thrixspermum cootesii W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 74(3) (2009) 34; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 254. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Mangrove swamp. 0m. Native.
  12. Thrixspermum elmeri L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 81; Type: Elmer 9848 (AMES), Negros: Negros Oriental, Dumaguete, Cuernos Mts, Apr-1908. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS, SIBUYAN (photos). Notes: 1200m (photos). Native.
  13. Thrixspermum elongatum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 203; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 405; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 255; Batuyong et al., Biodiversitas 21 (2020) 3974. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao (photos), Aurora, Bataan, Ilocos Norte, Isabela (photos), Laguna, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, Tarlac, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Davao, Surigao del Norte, MINDORO, PALAWAN, SAMAR. Native.
  14. Thrixspermum eximium L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 84; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 255; Type: M. Vanoverbergh s.n. (AMES, holo), Luzon: Jan-1911. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LEYTE, LUZON: Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, MINDANAO (photos), NEGROS. Native.
  15. Thrixspermum fantasticum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 82; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 255; Type: Wenzel 496 (AMES), Leyte: Jaro, Buenaviata, 500m, 14-Jul-1914. = Thrixspermum neglectum Fukuy., Trans. Nat. Hist. Soc. Formosa 32 (1942) 269. Distribution: Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. LEYTE, MINDORO. Native.
  16. Thrixspermum fernandeziae Cootes, Cabactulan & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2017 (2017) 12; Type: M.D. De Leon 007/2017 (CMUH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 3-Dec-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 1600m. Native.
  17. Thrixspermum filiforme (Hook.f.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 682; Schuiteman et al., Cambodian J. Nat. Hist. (2015) 137; Ormerod et al., Harvard Papers in Botany 24 (2019) 289; ≡ Cordiglottis filiformis (Hook.f.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 176; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 94; ≡ Sarcochilus filiformis Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 39; Type: from Malaysia. Distribution: Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand. SIBUYAN. Notes: Epiphyte, c. 300m. Native.
  18. Thrixspermum histrix (Blume) Rchb.f., Trans. Linn. Soc. London, 1st Ser. 30 (1874) 145; ≡ Grosourdya histrix (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 123; ≡ Sarcochilus histrix (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1863) 500; ≡ Aerides histrix (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 242; ≡ Dendrocolla histrix Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 291. = Thrixspermum elegans (Rchb.f.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 682; ≡ Grosourdya elegans Rchb.f., Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 22 (1864) 297. Distribution: Indochina, Malesia, Philippines. MINDORO (photos). Native.
  19. Thrixspermum integrum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 85; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 256. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija, Quezon. Native.
  20. Thrixspermum ligulatum L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 93; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 256. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: La Union, Laguna, Rizal, ?MINDANAO: ?Zamboanga del Norte (photos). Native.
  21. Thrixspermum linearifolium Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 205; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 405; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 256. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Misamis Occidental, Zamboanga. Native.
  22. Thrixspermum merguense (Hook.f.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 682; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 256; ≡ Dendrocolla merguensis (Hook.f.) Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 380; ≡ Sarcochilus merguensis Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 40; Type: from Myanmar. = Thrixspermum bicristatum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 202; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 405. = Thrixspermum comans J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 13 (1907) 61. Distribution: Java, Malay Peninsula, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LEYTE, LUZON: Laguna, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao Oriental (photos). Native.
  23. Thrixspermum nicolasiorum Calaramo, Cootes & Naive, Die Orchidee 4 (2018) 44; Type: Calaramo 14603 (HNUL12561, holo), Luzon: Ilocos Norte, growing in dry seasonal forest fragments, 400m, 14-Feb-2015. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ilocos Norte. Conservation status: Vulnerable B1ab(iii) (Calaramo et al. 2018). Native.
  24. Thrixspermum pellicerae Cootes, Cabactulan, R.B.Pimentel & M.Leon, OrchideenJ. 2020 (2020) 11; Type: De Leon MDL1907015 (PNH, holo), Mindanao: Bukidnon, 900-1000m, 1-Jul-2019. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Notes: 900-1000m. Native.
  25. Thrixspermum pensile Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45(Beibl. 104) (1911) 59; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 257; O'Byrne, Malesian Orchid J. 18 (2016) 6; Type: from Sumatra. = Thrixspermum pendulicaule (Hayata) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4 (1919) 274; ≡ Dendrobium pendulicaule Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 4 (1914) 44. Distribution: Java, Philippines, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, MINDORO, PALAWAN. Native.
  26. Thrixspermum purpurascens (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 121; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 257; ≡ Dendrocolla purpurascens Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 288; Type: from Java. Distribution: Java, Philippines. PALAWAN. Native.
  27. Thrixspermum quinquelobum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 206; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 405; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 257. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, Quezon. Native.
  28. Thrixspermum ravanii Cootes & G.Tiong ex Sodusta & Cootes, Phytotaxa 662 (2024) 211; Cootes & G.Tiong, OrchideenJ. (2012) 1, nom. inval.; Type: Schneider s.n. (NSW, holo), Mindoro: cult. from Mt. Talipanan, Sep-2011. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: 880m. Native.
  29. Thrixspermum robinsonii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 207; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 405; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 258. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Laguna, Quezon, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon (photos), NEGROS. Native.
  30. Thrixspermum rostratum Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 208; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 406; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 258. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO, PANAY, SAMAR. Native.
  31. Thrixspermum subulatum (Blume) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 122; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 406; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 258; ≡ Sarcochilus subulatus (Blume) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1863) 500; ≡ Aerides subulata (Blume) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 241; ≡ Dendrocolla subulata Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 291; Type: from Java. Distribution: Java, Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Ilocos Norte, Laguna, Mountain Province, Quezon. Native.
  32. Thrixspermum vanoverberghii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 438; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 405. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Mountain Province. Conservation status: Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  33. Thrixspermum weberi Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 134; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 406. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Native.
  34. Thrixspermum wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 209; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 406. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BUSUANGA, LEYTE, LUZON: Albay, Laguna, Sorsogon, PALAWAN, SAMAR. Notes: P.B. Pelser (9-Jan-20): Ron Boos considers this a synonym of Thrixspermum canaliculatum J.J.Sm. (pers. comm., 3-Jan-20). Native.

Trachoma Garay

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 15 April 2023
  1. Trachoma brevirhachis (L.O.Williams) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 208; ≡ Tuberolabium brevirhachis (L.O.Williams) J.J.Wood, Nordic J. Bot. 10 (1990) 481; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 264; ≡ Saccolabium brevirhachis L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 109. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal. Native.
  2. Trachoma minuta (W.Suarez) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 76; ≡ Tuberolabium minutum W.Suarez, Austral. Orchid Rev. 76 (2011) 53; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 265; Type: W. Suarez s.n. (NSW 773439, holo), Luzon, Nueva Vizcaya. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya. Notes: Unknown elevation. Native.
  3. Trachoma phillipsii (Choltco) Kocyan & Schuit., Phytotaxa 161 (2014) 76; ≡ Tuberolabium phillipsii Choltco, Orchids (West Palm Beach) 76 (2007) 220; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 265. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya (photos). Native.
  4. Trachoma rhopalorrhachis (Rchb.f.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 208; ≡ Tuberolabium rhopalorrhachis (Rchb.f.) J.J.Wood, Nordic J. Bot. 10 (1990) 482; ≡ Saccolabium rhopalorrhachis (Rchb.f.) J.J.Sm., Orch. Java (1905) 644; ≡ Thrixspermum rhopalorrhachis (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f., Xenia Orchid. 2 (1868) 121; ≡ Sarcochilus rhopalorrhachis (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1863) 500; ≡ Dendrocolla rhopalorrhachis Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 40. Distribution: Indochina, Malesia, Philippines. Native.
  5. Trachoma sarcochiloides (Schltr.) W.Suarez & Cootes, Philipp. Orchid Rev. 15(2) (2007) 20; ≡ Tuberolabium sarcochiloides (Schltr.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 210; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 266; ≡ Saccolabium sarcochiloides Schltr., Orchis 5 (1911) 61; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 432. = Saccolabium loheri Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 228; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 432. Distribution: Moluccas, Philippines. CEBU (photos), LUZON: Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Zambales. Native.

Trichoglottis Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 24 May 2026
  1. Trichoglottis agusanensis Ames & Quisumb., PJS 59 (1936) 10; ≡ Staurochilus agusanensis (Ames & Quisumb.) Fessel & Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 49 (1998) 47; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 242. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphyte. Native.
  2. Trichoglottis amesiana L.O.Williams, PJS 65 (1938) 393; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 259; Batuyong et al., Biodiversitas 21 (2020) 3974. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Cavite, Ilocos Norte, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga (photos). Notes: Epiphytic. 700m (photos) to 1200m. Native.
  3. Trichoglottis apoensis T.Hashim., Ann. Tsukuba Bot. Gard. 10 (1991) 27. = Trichoglottis apoensis ssp. alba Agoo, Philipp. Scientist 43 (2007) 35. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BANCALAN, CATANDUANES (photos), LUMBUCAN, MINDANAO: Bukidnon (photos), Davao del Sur, PALAWAN. Notes: 1631m (photos). Native.
  4. Trichoglottis atropurpurea Rchb.f., Linnaea 41 (1876) 30; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 439; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 259. = Trichoglottis brachiata Ames, Orchidaceae 7 (1922) 136; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 440. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Surigao, PALAWAN. Native.
  5. Trichoglottis bataanensis Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 105; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 439; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 259. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BUYAYAO (photos), LUZON: ?Abra (photos), Bataan, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDANAO: Agusan, Surigao, MINDORO, PALAWAN, POLILLO. Notes: Epiphytic at low elevation. By some considered a synonym of Trichoglottis subviolacea (Llanos) Merr. 13m (photos). Native.
  6. Trichoglottis brachystachya (Kraenzl.) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 209; ≡ Cleisostoma brachystachyum Kraenzl., Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. Wien 30 (1916) 62. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  7. Trichoglottis celebica Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1899 (1899) 130. = Trichoglottis calochila L.O.Williams, PJS 65 (1938) 395; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 259. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malaysia, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatra. BOHOL, LEYTE, LUZON: Nueva Vizcaya, Rizal, MINDANAO: Davao, South Cotabato (photos), Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic. Trichoglottis calochila L.O.Williams is considered a synonym of Trichoglottis celebica Rolfe by Jim Cootes (pers. comm. 22-may-18). Up to 200m (photos) to 700m. Native.
  8. Trichoglottis chrysochila (Kraenzl.) Ormerod & Cootes, Harvard Pap. Bot. 17 (2012) 179; ≡ Cleisostoma chrysochilum Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 8 (1910) 545; Type: A. Loher s.n. (holo, lost); A. Loher 14652 (AMES, neo). = Trichoglottis intermedia L.O.Williams, PJS 65 (1938) 392; ≡ Staurochilus intermedius (L.O.Williams) Fessel & Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 49 (1998) 47; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 242. = Trichoglottis intermedia var. marginata Agoo, Philipp. Scientist 43 (2007) 36. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Quezon, Rizal. Native.
  9. Trichoglottis corazoniae Naive & J.C.Martyr, Lankesteriana 18 (2018) 81; ≡ Staurochilus corazoniae (Naive & J.C.Martyr) Cootes, Orchids Austral. 32 (2020) 10; Type: M.A. Naive 024/2017 (CMUH, holo; HNUL, iso), Negros: Negros Occidental, Don Salvador Benedicto, Northern Negros Natural Park, 700m, 12-Apr-2016. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. NEGROS. Notes: 700-1000m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Naive & Matryr 2018). Native.
  10. Trichoglottis fasciata Rchb.f., Flora 55 (1872) 137; ≡ Staurochilus fasciatus (Rchb.f.) Ridl., J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 351; ≡ Stauropsis fasciata (Rchb.f.) G.Nicholson, Ill. Dict. Gard. 3 (1887) 494. = Staurochilus leytensis (Ames) Christenson, Sida 21 (2005) 2051; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 243; ≡ Vandopsis leytensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 222. Distribution: LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Misamis Oriental (photos), SAMAR (photos). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  11. Trichoglottis geminata (Teijsm. & Binn.) J.J.Sm., Orch. Ambon (1905) 106; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 260; ≡ Sarcanthus geminatus Teijsm. & Binn., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 29 (1867) 243; Type: from Indonesia. = Trichoglottis oblongifolia Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1899 (1899) 130. = Stauropsis wenzelii (Ames) Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1934) 467; ≡ Trichoglottis wenzelii Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 440; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 440. = Trichoglottis solerederi Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 8 (1910) 98; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 440; Type: Loher s.n. cult. (B?, holo, lost), Luzon. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines, Sulawesi, ?Sumatra. BASILAN, DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines, Camarines Sur, Laguna, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Cotabato, Davao, Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao, Zamboanga, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY (photos), POLILLO, SAMAR, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Epiphytic or lithophytic, up to 300m. Native.
  12. Trichoglottis guibertii (Linden & Rchb.f.) Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1872 (1872) 699; ≡ Trichoglottis guibertii (Linden & Rchb.f.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 108; ≡ Staurochilus guibertii (Linden & Rchb.f.) Christenson, Proc. 14th World Orchid Conf. (1994) 215; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 242; ≡ Vanda guibertii (Linden & Rchb.f.) Linden ex Rchb.f., Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 20 (1862) 375; ≡ Cleisostoma guibertii Linden & Rchb.f., Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 20 (1862) 375. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, LEYTE, LUZON: Quezon, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao Oriental (photos). Notes: Epiphytic and lithophytic up to 500 m. Native.
  13. Trichoglottis ionosma (Lindl.) J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 5 (1907) 31; ≡ Staurochilus ionosmus (Lindl.) Schltr., Orchideen (Schlechter), 1st Ed. (1914) 578; Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beihefte 4 (Orch. Sino-Jap. Prodr.) (1919) 287; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 441; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 243; ≡ Cleisostoma ionosmum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 33 (1847) t.41. = Epidendrum lineare Blanco, Fl. Filip., 1st Ed. (1837) 644, nom. illeg., non Jacq. Distribution: Philippines, ?Ryukyu Isls, ?Taiwan. LUZON: Bataan, Camarines, Camarines Sur (photos), Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte. Notes: Possibly endemic to the Philippines. Epiphytic, 300-1300m. Native.
  14. Trichoglottis latisepala Ames, PJS 4c (1909) 675; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 440; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 260. = Trichoglottis latisepala var. tricarinata T.Hashim., Ann. Tsukuba Bot. Gard. 10 (1991) 30. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BANCALAN, CATANDUANES, JOLO (photos), LEYTE, LUMBUCAN, LUZON: Aurora (photos), Camarines Sur, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Davao, Davao del Sur, Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, PALAWAN, SAMAR, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Epiphytic. (?-)500-1000m to 1279m (photos). Native.
  15. Trichoglottis loheriana (Kraenzl.) L.O.Williams, PJS 65 (1938) 388; ≡ Staurochilus loherianus (Kraenzl.) Karas., Orchid Atlas 8 (1992) 251; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 243; ≡ Acampe loheriana Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 386; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 429. = Vandopsis davisii Ames & Quisumb., PJS 49 (1932) 497. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Quezon, Rizal, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 900m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  16. Trichoglottis lowderiana Choltco, Malesian Orchid J. 4 (2009) 29; Type: from Borneo. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. PALAWAN (photos). Notes: Reported for the Philippines by Raab Bustamante. Native.
  17. Trichoglottis luchuensis (Rolfe) Garay & H.R.Sweet, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 209; ≡ Trichoglottis ionosma var. luchuensis (Rolfe) S.S.Ying, Coloured Ill. Indig. Orchids Taiwan 1 (1977) 507; ≡ Staurochilus luchuensis (Rolfe) Fukuy., Trans. Nat. Hist. Soc. Formosa 32 (1942) 270; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 243; ≡ Pomatocalpa luchuense (Rolfe) Tang & F.T.Wang, Acta Phytotax. Sin. 1 (1951) 99; ≡ Vandopsis luchuensis (Rolfe) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 196; ≡ Stauropsis luchuensis Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1907 (1907) 131. Distribution: Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. LUZON: Camarines Sur (photos), Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan. Native.
  18. Trichoglottis luzonensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 255; ≡ Staurochilus luzonensis (Ames) Ames, EPFP 1 (1925) 442; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 244; ≡ Trichoglottis ionosma var. luzonensis (Ames) S.S.Ying, Coloured Ill. Indig. Orchids Taiwan 1 (1977) 507. = Vandopsis kupperiana Kraenzl., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17 (1921) 390. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines Sur, Quezon, MINDANAO: Agusan. Notes: Epiphyte, up to c. 400m in Agusan. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  19. Trichoglottis mimica L.O.Williams, PJS 65 (1938) 389; ≡ Staurochilus mimicus (L.O.Williams) Lubag-Arquiza & Christenson, Orchid Digest 71 (2007) 23; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 244. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Norte, Misamis Oriental. Notes: Epiphytic, low to medium elevation. Native.
  20. Trichoglottis mindanaensis Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 439; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 440; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 261. = Trichoglottis mindanaensis forma lutea Agoo, Philipp. Scientist 43 (2007) 37. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Camarines, Isabela, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Davao, Lanao, Misamis Oriental (photos), Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga del Norte (photos), MINDORO, PANAY, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic at low elevation. 300m (photos). Native.
  21. Trichoglottis philippinensis Lindl., Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist., 1st Ser. 15 (1845) 386; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 440; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 261; ≡ Staurochilus philippinensis (Lindl.) Backer, Bekn. Fl. Java 12 (1952) 424; ≡ Arachnis philippinensis (Lindl.) Ames, Orchidee (Hamburg) 7 (1938) 90; ≡ Stauropsis philippinensis (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 16 (1860) 117. = Gongora philippica Llanos, Mem. Real Acad. Ci. Exact. Madrid 2 (1859) 498. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. CATANDUANES, CEBU, LEYTE (photos), LUZON: Abra (photos), Aurora (photos), Bulacan, Camarines, Cavite, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya (photos), Pampanga, Rizal, Tarlac, Zambales, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao Oriental (photos), Misamis Oriental, Surigao, Surigao del Norte, Zamboanga, NEGROS, PALAWAN, TAWI-TAWI. Notes: Epiphytic.0-300m to 590m (photos). Native.
  22. Trichoglottis rosea (Lindl.) Ames, EPFP 1 (1925) 440; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 261; ≡ Pomatocalpa roseum (Lindl.) J.J.Sm., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72 (1912) 106; ≡ Cleisostoma roseum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24(Misc.) (1838) 80; Type: Cuming s.n. (K-LINDL, holo). = Trichoglottis flexuosa Rolfe ex Ames, Orchidaceae 1 (1905) 107. = Trichoglottis rosea var. breviracema (Hayata) T.S.Liu & H.J.Su, Fl. Taiwan, 1st Ed. 5 (1978) 1120; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 262; ≡ Trichoglottis breviracema (Hayata) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4 (1919) 286; ≡ Pomatocalpa breviracemum (Hayata) Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 4 (1915) Add. & Corr; ≡ Cleisostoma breviracemum Hayata, J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 30(1) (1911) 338. = Trichoglottis oblongisepala (Hayata) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 4 (1919) 286; ≡ Pomatocalpa oblongisepalum (Hayata) Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 4 (1915) Add. & Corr; ≡ Cleisostoma oblongisepalum Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. 2 (1912) 134. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines, Taiwan. BOHOL, CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Bulacan, Camarines, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Zambales, MASBATE, MINDANAO: Agusan, Bukidnon, Surigao, MINDORO, PANAY. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 1200m. Native.
  23. Trichoglottis subviolacea (Llanos) Merr., Sp. Blancoanae (1918) 116; ≡ Cleisostoma subviolaceum (Llanos) Rchb.f., Bonplandia 10 (1862) 335; ≡ Synptera subviolacea Llanos, Fragm. Pl. Filip. (1851) 98. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: ?Pangasinan, Rizal. Native.
  24. Trichoglottis tamesisii Quisumb. & C.Schweinf., Philipp. Orchid Rev. 6 (1955) 3; ≡ Staurochilus tamesisii (Quisumb. & C.Schweinf.) Fessel & Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 49 (1998) 47; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 244. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Surigao, SAMAR. Notes: Epiphytic at medium elevation. Native.

Trichotosia Blume

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Wally Suarez, 14 August 2024
  1. Trichotosia binabayensis (Ames) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 141; ≡ Eria binabayensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 329; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 365. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Camarines Sur, Laguna, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, MINDORO. Native.
  2. Trichotosia fusca (Blume) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 145; ≡ Pinalia fusca (Blume) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; ≡ Eria fusca Blume, Mus. Bot. 2 (1856) 183; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 368. = Pinalia ciliata (Miq.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; ≡ Trichotosia ciliata (Miq.) Teijsm. & Binn., Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 5 (1853) 492; ≡ Eria ciliata Miq., Fl. Ned. Ind. 3 (1859) 659. = Trichotosia hirta (Blume) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 145, nom. inval.; ≡ Pinalia hirta (Blume) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; ≡ Eria hirta Blume, Mus. Bot. 2 (1856) 184. Distribution: LEYTE, NEGROS. Native.
  3. Trichotosia halconensis (Ames) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 149; ≡ Eria halconensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 330; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 368. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO, PANAY. Native.
  4. Trichotosia lagunensis (Ames) Schuit. & de Vogel, Blumea 48 (2003) 513; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 262; ≡ Eria lagunensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 150; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 370; Type: Serrato s.n. (AMES, holo; AMES 3 sheets, BM, GH, L, NY, PNH, US, iso). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Cagayan, Laguna, Quezon (photos), NEGROS, PANAY. Native.
  5. Trichotosia leytensis (Ames) Schuit. & de Vogel, Blumea 48 (2003) 513; ≡ Eria leytensis Ames, PJS 8c (1913) 427; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 370; Type: Wenzel 17 (AMES, holo; BM, BO, NY, iso). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Native.
  6. Trichotosia mcgregorii (Ames) Schuit. & de Vogel, Blumea 48 (2003) 513; ≡ Eria mcgregorii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 153; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 372; Type: BS 19876 McGregor (AMES, holo; BO, iso). Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Ifugao, Nueva Ecija (photos), Nueva Vizcaya (photos), NEGROS (photos). Native.
  7. Trichotosia odorifera (Leav.) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 153; ≡ Eria odorifera Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 223; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 372. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato (photos), Zamboanga, NEGROS. Native.
  8. Trichotosia ramosii (Leav.) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 156; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 263; ≡ Eria ramosii Leav., PJS 4c (1909) 224; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 374. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental (photos), MINDORO, NEGROS. Notes: 1400m (photos). Native.
  9. Trichotosia vulpina (Rchb.f.) Kraenzl., Pflanzenr. (Engler) IV (50 II B 21) (1911) 141; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 263; ≡ Pinalia vulpina (Rchb.f.) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2 (1891) 679; ≡ Eria vulpina Rchb.f., Bonplandia 3 (1855) 222; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 375. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BASILAN, BOHOL, CAMIGUIN, LEYTE, LUZON: Batangas, Laguna, Mountain Province, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Davao de Oro (photos), Misamis Oriental (photos), South Cotabato, Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur, MINDORO, NEGROS, SIBUYAN. Notes: Wally Suarez (14-Aug-24): Observations from Vanuatu and the Solomon Isls refer to Trichotosia vanikorensis. 750-1000m (photos). Native.

Tropidia Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Wally Suarez, 11 August 2024
  1. Tropidia angulosa (Lindl.) Blume, Coll. Orchid. (1859) 122; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 263; Ormerod, Harvard Papers in Botany 23 (2018) 77; ≡ Decaisnea angulosa Lindl., Numer. List (1832) n.7388, nom. inval.; ≡ Cnemidia angulosa Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 19 (1833) t.1618; Type: from India. = Tropidia calcarata Ames, PJS 7c (1912) 7; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 279. Distribution: Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Laguna, Rizal. Notes: 600-900m. Native.
  2. Tropidia mindorensis Ames, PJS 2c (1907) 315; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 279. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDORO. Notes: Terrestrial in humid forest. 300m. Native.
  3. Tropidia pedunculata Blume, Coll. Orchid. (1859) 122; Ormerod, Harvard Papers in Botany 23 (2018) 81; Type: from Sumatra. = Tropidia mindanaensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1553; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 279; Type: Elmer 11785 (AMES, holo; F, NY, iso), Mindanao: Davao District, Todaya, Mt Apo, Sep-1909. Distribution: Java, Malaysia, New Guinea, Philippines. LUZON: Laguna, MINDANAO: Davao, Davao del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga del Norte. Notes: 3-1000m. Native.
  4. Tropidia robinsonii Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 16; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 279. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Albay (photos), Laguna, Nueva Ecija (photos), Quezon, Rizal. Native.
  5. Tropidia schlechteriana J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 15 (1908) 1; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 264; Ormerod, Harvard Papers in Botany 23 (2018) 82; Type: from Moluccas. = Tropidia triloba J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 19 (1908) 38; Type: from Indonesia. Distribution: Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines. LUZON: Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan, Surigao, MINDORO, NEGROS, POLILLO. Notes: 8-150m. Native.
  6. Tropidia septemnervis (Schauer) Rchb.f., Linnaea 25 (1852) 230; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 279; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 264; Ormerod, Harvard Papers in Botany 23 (2018) 82; ≡ Ptychochilus septemnervis Schauer, Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 19(Suppl. 1) (1843) 431; Type: F.J.F. Meyen s.n. (B, holo, lost; K-L, lecto), Luzon: toward Manila, Oct-1931. = Tropidia minor Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 65; Type: Merrill 4204 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Pampanga, lower slopes of Mt Arayat, 5-200m, 15-Sep-1905. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BUSUANGA, CEBU (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Bataan, Bulacan, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Zamboanga, MINDORO. Notes: Terrestrial in forest. 5-500m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1). Native.

Tuberolabium Yamam.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 6 January 2020
  1. Tuberolabium escritorii (Ames) Garay, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23 (1972) 210; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 265; ≡ Saccolabium escritorii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 227; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 432; ≡ Parapteroceras escritorii (Ames) J.J.Wood, Nordic J. Bot. 10 (1990) 485. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Quezon, Rizal. Native.
  2. Tuberolabium kotoense Yamam., Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 38 (1924) 209; Agoo, Philippine J. Syst. Biol. 1 (2007) 97; Tsia et al., Plant Syst. Evol. 288 (2010) 84; ≡ Saccolabium kotoense (Yamam.) Yamam., Icon. Pl. Formosan. Suppl. 2 (1926) 6; Type: from Taiwan. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. Native.
  3. Tuberolabium quisumbingii (L.O.Williams) Christenson, Lindleyana 7 (1992) 92; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 266; ≡ Saccolabium quisumbingii L.O.Williams, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6 (1938) 110. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CAMIGUIN (photos), LUZON: Laguna, Rizal, MINDORO, NEGROS (photos). Native.
    • var. quisumbingii. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • var. xanthum Choltco, Orchids (West Palm Beach) 76 (2007) 221. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
  4. Tuberolabium woodii Choltco, Orchids (West Palm Beach) 75 (2006) 923; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 266. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Nueva Vizcaya (photos). Native.
  5. Tuberolabium zollingeri (Rchb.f.) Ormerod & Juswara, Harvard Pap. Bot. 24 (2019) 30; ≡ Aerides zollingeri Rchb.f., Bonplandia 5 (1857) 40; Type: from Java. Distribution: Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Philippines. Notes: Present in the Philippines according to Jim Cootes (pers. comm., 2-Jan-20). Native.

Vanda R.Br.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Derek Cabactulan, 9 January 2025
  1. Vanda aurantiaca (Schltr.) L.M.Gardiner, Phytotaxa 61 (2012) 49; ≡ Ascocentrum aurantiacum (J.J.Sm.) Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1 (1913) 975; ≡ Saccolabium aurantiacum J.J.Sm., Bull. Dépt. Agric. Indes Néerl. 43 (1910) 71. Distribution: CORON, LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Cotabato, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, MINDORO. Native.
    • ssp. philippinensis (Christenson) L.M.Gardiner, Phytotaxa 61 (2012) 49; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 34; ≡ Ascocentrum aurantiacum ssp. philippinense Christenson, Lindleyana 7 (1992) 88; Cootes, Orch. Philip. (2001) 29. ≠ Ascocentrum miniatum auct. non (Lindl.) Schltr.; Ames in Merr., EPFP 1 (1925) 434. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Laguna, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Rizal, MINDANAO: Agusan del Sur, Cotabato, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Lanao del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic in deep shade to 1200m. Epiphyte up to 1200m. P.B. Pelser (6-Aug-23): See Gardiner (2012) and Motes (2016) for notes about the use of the name Ascocentrum miniatum in the Philippines. Native.
  2. Vanda barnesii W.E.Higgins & Motes, Orchid Digest 76 (2012) 241; Type: Carson Barnes s.n. (SEL, holo), Luzon: 1200-1600m. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON. Native.
  3. Vanda cootesii Motes, Lankesteriana 16 (2016) 341; Type: M. Motes 13 (FTG, holo), Mindanao: Cotabato, cultivated. ≠ Vanda helvola auct. non Blume; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 267. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato. Notes: 400-1500m. Conservation status: Data Deficient (Motes 2016). Native.
  4. Vanda × feliciae Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2019 (2019) 85, as 'feliciai'; Type: JEC001/2018 (NSW942696, holo), Luzon: Nueva Ecija, 15-Apr-2018. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Nueva Ecija. Notes: Natural hybrid between Vanda lamellata var. boxallii and Vanda ustii. Native.
  5. Vanda javierae D.Tiu ex Fessel & Lückel, Orchidee (Hamburg) 41 (1990) 146; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 267; ≡ Vanda javierae D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. A6(2) (1984) 16, as 'javieriae', nom. inval., no Latin descr. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Abra (photos), Mountain Province (photos), Pangasinan. Notes: Epiphyte, usually close to water, c. 1200m. Conservation status: Endangered (IUCN 3.1). DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  6. Vanda lamellata Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24(Misc.) (1838) 66; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 429; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 268; Type: Loddiges s.n., Luzon: Manila. = Vanda clitellaria Rchb.f., Flora 55 (1872) 277; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 429. = Vanda vidalii Boxall ex Náves, Fl. Filip., 3rd Ed. 4(Nov. App.) (1880) 240. Distribution: Borneo, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. BANCALAN, CALAYAN, COMIRAN, CORON, CULION, DANJUGAN (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Abra, Bataan, Batangas, Benguet, Cavite, Ifugao, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Zambales, MINDORO, PALAWAN, PAMALICAN, PANAY, SULU ARCHIPELAGO, URSULA. Notes: 0-300m. DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
    • var. boxallii Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 13 (1880) 743; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 430; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 268; ≡ Vanda boxallii (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 15 (1881) 366; Maceda et al., Die Orchidee 75 (2024) 288. = Vanda lamellata var. cobbiana (Rchb.f.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 241; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 430; ≡ Vanda boxallii var. cobbiana Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 16 (1881) 780. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LUZON: Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Zambales. Native.
    • var. lamellata. = Vanda lamellata var. calayana Valmayor & D.Tiu, Philipp. Orchid Rev. A-V(3) (1983) 24; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 268. Distribution: Borneo, Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan. LUZON: Cagayan. Notes: 0-300m. Native.
    • var. remediosae Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1933) 461; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 269. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Native.
  7. Vanda luzonica Loher ex Rolfe, Orchid Rev. 23 (1915) 137; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 430; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 269. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bulacan, Pampanga, Rizal, Zambales. Notes: Epiphyte, c. 500m. According to Cootes (2001), once common on Mt Pinatubo, but population here probably much decimated by the latter’s eruption in 1991. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  8. Vanda mariae Motes, Lankesteriana 16 (2016) 337; Type: M. Motes 2 (FTG, holo), cultivated. ≠ Vanda limbata auct. non Blume; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 269. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Notes: Specific locality unknown (Motes 2016). The name Vanda limbata has been misapplied to this species and might not occur in the Philippines (Motes 2016). Conservation status: Data Deficient (Motes 2016). Native.
  9. Vanda merrillii Ames & Quisumb., PJS 47 (1932) 211; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 269. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Nueva Ecija, Quezon, MINDANAO: Cotabato, NEGROS. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
    • var. merrillii. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • var. immaculata Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1933) 462; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 270. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Nueva Ecija, Quezon, MINDANAO: Cotabato. Native.
    • var. rotorii Ames & Quisumb., PJS 52 (1933) 462; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 270. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Nueva Ecija. Native.
  10. Vanda mindanaoensis Motes, L.M.Gardiner & D.L.Roberts, Orchid Digest 79 (2015) 100; Type: Motes 2, cult. (FTG, holo). ≠ Vanda scandens auct. non Holttum; DENR Administrative Order DAO-2017 (2017) 15; DENR Administrative Order DAO-2026 (2026) 21. Distribution: Borneo, Philippines. MINDANAO, PALAWAN. Notes: According to Cootes (as V. lindenii; 2001), exact Philippine localities not noted. Epiphyte. (?-)500m. DAO category: Endangered. Native.
  11. Vanda roeblingiana Rolfe, Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1894 (1894) 365; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 430; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 270. Distribution: ?Malay Peninsula, Philippines. LUZON: Benguet, Mountain Province. Native.
  12. Vanda sanderiana (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 17 (1882) 588; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 430; ≡ Euanthe sanderiana (Rchb.f.) Schltr., Orchideen (Schlechter), 1st Ed. (1914) 568; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 153; ≡ Esmeralda sanderiana Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., n.s. 17 (1882) 588. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON, MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, South Cotabato, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic. (?-)500m. DAO category: Critically Endangered. Native.
    • var. albata Rchb.f., Gard. Chron., 3rd Ser. 2 (1887) 9; ≡ Euanthe sanderiana forma albata (Rchb.f.) M.Wolff & O.Gruss, Orchid. Atlas (2007) 158; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 153. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao. Notes: Epiphytic, up to 500m. Native.
    • var. froebeliana Cogn., Dict. Icon. Orchid. Vanda (1903) t.12A; Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 244. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • var. immaculata Golamco, Waling-Waling Rev. 10 (2002) 31; ≡ Euanthe sanderiana forma immaculata (Golamco) Cootes, Austral. Orchid Rev. 72(3) (2007) 34. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • var. labello-viridi Linden & Rodigas, Lindenia 1 (1885) 85; Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 244. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. Native.
    • var. sanderiana. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Cotabato, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, South Cotabato, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur. Notes: Epiphytic, to 500m elevation. Native.
  13. Vanda ustii Golamco, Claustro & de Mesa, Waling-Waling Rev. 8 (2000) 10; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 270. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Ifugao, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya. Native.

Cultivated, not naturalized

  1. Vanda tricolor Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 33 (1847) t.59. Cultivated, not naturalized.
    • var. suavis (Lindl.) Rchb.f., Ann. Bot. Syst. 6 (1864) 866; ≡ Vanda suavis Lindl., Gard. Chron., 1st Ser. 1848 (1848) 351. Distribution: Java, Lesser Sunda Isls. Notes: Not naturalized. Cultivated, not naturalized.

Possibly present

  1. Vanda helvola Blume, Rumphia 4 (1849) 49. Distribution: Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, New Guinea, ?Philippines, Sumatra. ?PALAWAN. Notes: Motes (2016) explained that the name Vanda helvola was misapplied by Cootes (2011) to plants from Cotabato now considered Vanda cootesii. D. Cabactulan (24-May-23, pers. comm.) mentioned that this species is found in Palawan.
  2. Vanda miniata (Lindl.) L.M.Gardiner, Phytotaxa 61 (2012) 50; ≡ Saccolabium miniatum Lindl., Edwards's Bot. Reg. 33 (1847) t.26. Distribution: Java, Malay Peninsula, ?Philippines, Sumatra. ?MINDANAO. Notes: Derek Cabactulan (pers. comm., 8-Nov-24) reported this species present in Mindanao. Known from a cultivated specimen in his posession.

Vandopsis Pfitzer

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser & Wally Suarez, 15 August 2024
  1. Vandopsis lissochiloides (Gaudich.) Pfitzer, Nat. Pflanzenfam. (Engler & Prantl) 2(6) (1889) 210; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1925) 427; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 271; ≡ Stauropsis lissochiloides (Gaudich.) Pfitzer, Grundz. Morph. Orchid. (1881) 14; ≡ Vanda lissochiloides (Gaudich.) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1833) 216; ≡ Fieldia lissochiloides Gaudich., Voy. Uranie (1829) 424. Distribution: Laos, Moluccas, New Guinea, Philippines, Sulawesi, Thailand. GUIMARAS, LUZON: ?Laguna, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Zamboanga, NEGROS, PALAWAN, PANAY. DAO category: Vulnerable. Native.

Vanilla Sw.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 17 June 2024
  1. Vanilla aphylla Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 422; Type: from Indonesia. = Vanilla calopogon Rchb.f., Otia Bot. Hamburg. (1878) 40; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 263; Type: Cuming s.n. (K, holo), Luzon. Distribution: Java, Philippines. LUZON: Ilocos Norte, Rizal. Native.
  2. Vanilla decesareae Ormerod & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2013 (2013) 4; Type: Ramos & Edaño BS 85045 (AMES, holo), Mindanao: Cotabato, Mt Matutum, Apr-1932. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: South Cotabato. Native.
  3. Vanilla philippinensis Rolfe, J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32 (1896) 459; Type: Cuming 2132 (K, holo; BM, iso; AMES, photo), Philippines. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. BILIRAN, CORREGIDOR, LUZON: Aurora, Bulacan, Laguna, Nueva Ecija (photos), Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte, Lanao, Lanao del Sur, Zamboanga del Norte, MINDORO, SAMAR, SIBUYAN. Notes: 300-750m. Native.
  4. Vanilla platyphylla Schltr., Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10 (1911) 7; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 271; Type: from Indonesia. Distribution: Philippines, Sulawesi. MINDANAO: Davao del Sur, MINDORO. Native.
  5. Vanilla raabii Ormerod & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 2013 (2013) 14; Type: Gutierrez 61-110 (PNH 78082) (A, holo), Luzon: Isabela, San Mariano, Sierra Madre Mts, Disulap, 26-Apr-1961. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao (photos), Aurora, Bulacan, Cagayan, Isabela, Laguna, MINDANAO: Misamis Oriental (photos), Zamboanga del Norte (photos), PANAY, SAMAR (photos), SIBUYAN. Notes: 45-610m. Native.

Incertae sedis

  1. Vanilla ovalis Blanco, Fl. Filip., 2nd Ed. (1845) 448; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 263; Ormerod & Cootes, OrchideenJ. 1-2 (2013) 9; Romeroso et al., J. Asia-Pacific biodiv. 17 (2024) 12; Odulio et al., Biodivers. Data J. 14 (2026) 29; Type: Azaola s.n. (holo, lost), Luzon: Mountains of Majaijai (Mt Banahaw). = Vanilla majaijensis Blanco, Fl. Filip., 2nd Ed. (1845) 592; Type: Azaola s.n. (holo, lost), Luzon: Mountains of Majaijai (Mt Banahaw). ≠ Epidendrum vanilla auct. non L.; Blanco, Fl. Filip. (1837) 643. Distribution: HOMONHON, LUZON, SAMAR. Notes: It is presently unclear what species this name refers to (Ormerod & Cootes 2013). Native.

Vrydagzynea Blume

  1. Vrydagzynea albida (Blume) Blume, Coll. Orchid. (1858) 71; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 278; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 272; ≡ Hetaeria albida Blume, Bijdr. fl. Ned. Ind. (1825) 410. = Vrydagzynea viridiflora Hook.f., Fl. Brit. India 6 (1890) 96. Distribution: Java, Malay Peninsula, Philippines. JOLO, LEYTE, LUZON: Aurora, Isabela, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, Davao, Zamboanga, Zamboanga Sibugay, MINDORO, NEGROS, PANAY (photos), SAMAR, SULU ARCHIPELAGO. Notes: A rather common and widely distributed species in the Philippines. Terrestrial in dense forest at 137-1000m elevation. Native.
  2. Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides (Ames) Ormerod, Lindleyana 17 (2002) 230; ≡ Erythrodes vrydagzynoides Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 29; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 273. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE. Notes: In forest, 60m. Native.
  3. Vrydagzynea weberi Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 42; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 278. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. CATANDUANES, LEYTE, LUZON: Apayao, Kalinga-Apayao, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Sorsogon, POLILLO. Notes: Terrestrial, up to 600m in Leyte. Native.

Zeuxine Lindl.

Last edited by Pieter B. Pelser, 14 March 2024
  1. Zeuxine elmeri (Ames) Ames, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1938) 100; ≡ Adenostylis elmeri Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1552; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 275. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Aurora, Benguet, Mountain Province, Rizal, PALAWAN. Native.
  2. Zeuxine flava (Wall. ex Lindl.) Trimen, Syst. Cat. Fl. Pl. Ceylon (1885) 90; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 272; Ormerod, Harvard Papers in Botany 23 (2018) 271; ≡ Monochilus flavum Wall. ex Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1840) 487; Type: from Nepal. = Zeuxine benguetensis (Ames) Ames, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1938) 100; ≡ Adenostylis benguetensis Ames, LPB 5 (1912) 1551; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 275; Type: Elmer 8856 (AMES, holo), Luzon: Benguet, Baguio, Mar-1907. ≠ Zeuxine parvifolia auct. non (Ridl.) Ridl. ex K.Schum. & Fedde; Schuiteman et al., Nordic J. Bot. 26 (2008) 315, pro parte; Chen et al., Fl. China 25 (2009) 74, pro parte. Distribution: Bhutan, Borneo, China, Hong Kong, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. LUZON: Bataan, Benguet, Laguna, Mountain Province, MINDANAO: Bukidnon, South Cotabato (photos), PALAWAN, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial, on woody hillocks. 255-2440m. Native.
  3. Zeuxine lancifolia (Ames) Ormerod, Austral. Orchid Rev. 63(4) (1998) 11; ≡ Hetaeria lancifolia Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 44, as 'lancifolium'; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 278. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Apayao, PANAY (photos). Notes: Terrestrial in shady forest at 22m. Native.
  4. Zeuxine leytensis (Ames) Ames, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1938) 100; ≡ Adenostylis leytensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 39; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 276. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LEYTE, LUZON: Sorsogon. Notes: Terrestrial. Native.
  5. Zeuxine marivelensis (Ames) Ames, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1938) 100; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 273; ≡ Adenostylis marivelensis Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 58; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 276. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. LUZON: Bataan, Isabela, Pampanga (photos), NEGROS, PANAY (photos). Native.
  6. Zeuxine mindanaensis (Ames) Ormerod, Taiwania 49 (2004) 179; ≡ Hetaeria mindanaensis Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 45; Type: Weber 317 (AMES, holo; AMES, iso), Mindanao: Agusan del Norte, Sangaan-Cabadbaran Trail, 11-Dec-1911. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Notes: Forest shade, c. 22m. Native.
  7. Zeuxine nervosa (Wall. ex Lindl.) Benth. ex Trimen, Syst. Cat. Fl. Pl. Ceylon (1885) 90; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 273; ≡ Heterozeuxine nervosa (Wall. ex Lindl.) T.Hashim., Ann. Tsukuba Bot. Gard. 5 (1986) 21; ≡ Haplochilus nervosus (Wall. ex Lindl.) D.Dietr., Syn. Pl. (D.Dietr.) 5 (1852) 172; ≡ Monochilus nervosus Wall. ex Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1840) 487; Type: from Bangladesh. = Hetaeria nervosa Lindl., Numer. List (1832) n.7381, nom. inval., nom. nud. = Zeuxine zamboangensis (Ames) Ames, Schedul. Orchid., Corrig. (1938) 37; ≡ Adenostylis zamboangensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 10. Distribution: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Laos, ?Malay Peninsula, Nepal, New Guinea, Philippines, Ryukyu Isls, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDANAO: Zamboanga, Zamboanga del Sur. Native.
  8. Zeuxine philippinensis (Ames) Ames, Schedul. Orchid., Corrig. (1938) 37; Ormerod, Taiwania 49(3) (2004) 178; ≡ Adenostylis philippinensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 9; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 276; Type: C.A. Wenzel 224 (AMES, holo), Leyte: Leyte, Dagami, Puguajaan, 60m, 31-Jul-1913. = Hetaeria leytensis Ames, Schedul. Orchid. 6 (1923) 14; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 278; Type: BS 42081-B (PNH, holo, lost; AMES, iso), Leyte: Leyte, Mt Abucayan, 270m, 20-Jan-1923. Distribution: Philippines, Taiwan. LEYTE, MINDANAO: Agusan del Norte. Notes: Terrestrial in forest, 60-300m. Native.
  9. Zeuxine strateumatica (L.) Schltr., Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45 (1911) 394; Cootes, Philippine Native Orchid Species (2011) 273; ≡ Adenostylis strateumatica (L.) Ames, Orchidaceae 2 (1908) 59; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 276; ≡ Spiranthes strateumatica (L.) Lindl., Bot. Reg. 10 (1824) t.823; ≡ Neottia strateumatica (L.) R.Br., Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. (1810) 319; ≡ Orchis strateumatica L., Sp. Pl., 1st Ed. (1753) 943; Type: from Sri Lanka. = Adenostylis sulcata (Roxb.) Hayata, Icon. Pl. Formosan. Suppl. 6 (1917) 75; ≡ Zeuxine sulcata (Roxb.) Lindl., Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. (1840) 485; ≡ Pterygodium sulcata Roxb., Fl. Ind. (Roxburgh) 3 (1832) 452. Distribution: Afghanistan, Bhutan, Borneo, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Java, Laos, ?Lesser Sunda Isls, Malay Peninsula, Moluccas, Myanmar, New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, ?Sulawesi, Sumatra, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. MINDANAO: Agusan, Agusan del Sur, Lanao del Sur, Misamis. Notes: Terrestrial in forest, apparently at low elevation. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1). Native.
  10. Zeuxine weberi (Ames) Ames, Bot. Mus. Leafl. 5 (1938) 101; ≡ Rhomboda weberi (Ames) Ormerod, Orchadian 11 (1995) 332; ≡ Adenostylis weberi Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 40; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 277. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. MINDANAO: Davao. Notes: In bamboo forest, 580m. Native.
  11. Zeuxine wenzelii (Ames) Ormerod, Taiwania 49 (2004) 180; Coritico et al., PJS 151 (2022) 2440; ≡ Hetaeria wenzelii Ames, Orchidaceae 5 (1915) 46; Ames in Merrill, EPFP 1 (1924) 279; Type: C.A. Wenzel 227 (AMES, holo), Leyte: Leyte, Dagami, terrestrial in forest, 60m, 10-Jul-1913. Distribution: Endemic to the Philippines. DINAGAT (photos), LEYTE, LUZON: Sorsogon, MINDANAO: Bukidnon. Native.

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