Julia C. Redman wrote : "masdevalliaceum or blumei... Are these synonyms?"
In the Kew database [World checklist of selected plant families], Bulbophyllum blumei (Lindl.) J.J.Sm. is the accepted name for the species. Bulbophyllum masdevalliaceum Kraenzl. is considered a synonym. Some of our experts in residence might consider that they are different species. Regards, Viateur _______________________________________________ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com