Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ascochilum
ID:
912449

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 26: 133 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911784



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Ascochilum
  • Sac-Like Bulbophyllum
  • Sac-Like Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum ascochilum (also called 'Ascochilum Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in humid forests. Its leaves are lanceolate, and its flowers are white to yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ascochilum is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum ascochilum has small, yellow flowers, which produce small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ascochilum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It is a small, evergreen plant with dark green, glossy leaves. It produces small, white flowers with a yellow center. The plant can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It is also susceptible to frost and should be protected during cold weather.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ascochilum

Bulbophyllum ascochilum can be found in tropical Asia, from India to southern China.

Species in the Bulbophyllum genus

Bulbophyllum ambatoavense, Bulbophyllum anakbaruppui, Bulbophyllum anisopterum, Bulbophyllum apoense, Bulbophyllum arianeae, Bulbophyllum atrosanguineum, Bulbophyllum auriculatum, Bulbophyllum boudetianum, Bulbophyllum catillus, Bulbophyllum clipeibulbum, Bulbophyllum comberipictum, Bulbophyllum coweniorum, Bulbophyllum danii, Bulbophyllum debrincatiae, Bulbophyllum decurrentilobum, Bulbophyllum filifolium, Bulbophyllum flabellum-veneris, Bulbophyllum foetidilabrum, Bulbophyllum furcatum, Bulbophyllum furcillatum, Bulbophyllum globulosum, Bulbophyllum grotianum, Bulbophyllum ialibuense, Bulbophyllum illecebrum, Bulbophyllum incisilabrum, Bulbophyllum iterans, Bulbophyllum janus, Bulbophyllum labatii, Bulbophyllum lanuginosum, Bulbophyllum lyriforme, Bulbophyllum mystax, Bulbophyllum ochthodes, Bulbophyllum orezii, Bulbophyllum pilosum, Bulbophyllum praetervisum, Bulbophyllum pseudopelma, Bulbophyllum ramulicola, Bulbophyllum reductum, Bulbophyllum rosemarianum, Bulbophyllum scaphiforme, Bulbophyllum simplex, Bulbophyllum sinapis, Bulbophyllum sororculum, Bulbophyllum stenurum, Bulbophyllum subpatulum, Bulbophyllum tectipes, Bulbophyllum trichorhachis, Bulbophyllum tubilabrum, Bulbophyllum turpe, Bulbophyllum uncinatum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-456670: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.