Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dischorense
ID:
488438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 775 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487770



Common Names

  • Dischorense Bulbophyllum
  • Dischorense Bulbophyllum-Leaf
  • Dischorense Bulbophyllum-Leafed


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Description

Bulbophyllum dischorense (also called Dischore's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows in moist soils and shallow water. It has a basal rosette of leaves with long petioles and lanceolate blades. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and shallow water.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum dischorense is used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic. It is also used as a food source and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum dischorense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum dischorense is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It requires well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum dischorense

Bulbophyllum dischorense is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum dischorense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum dischorense?

Bulbophyllum dischorense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum dischorense?

Dischore's Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum dischorense?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-25715: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.