Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
echinolabium
ID:
491017

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 36: 118 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490349



Common Names

  • Echinolabium Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum echinolabium
  • Echinolabium Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum echinolabium (also called Spiny Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist, shady, and humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum echinolabium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. The plant has a low water requirement and is tolerant of drought. It is also resistant to pests and diseases. The flowers of the plant are used to make a tea that is high in antioxidants.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum echinolabium has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum echinolabium is an epiphytic orchid native to India. It can be cultivated in a well-draining soil mix in a bright, sunny location. Propagation is best done by division, as the plant does not produce viable seeds. The divisions should be planted in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum echinolabium

Bulbophyllum echinolabium can be found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Bulbophyllum echinolabium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum echinolabium?

Bulbophyllum echinolabium

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum echinolabium?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flower color of Bulbophyllum echinolabium?

White

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,

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