Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
elodeiflorum
ID:
492167

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 278 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491499



Common Names

  • Elodeiflorum Bulbophyllum
  • Elodeiflorum Orchid
  • Elodeiflorum Spider Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum (also called Water-loving Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that is native to the Philippines. It has yellow flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum is pink and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. For division, the plant should be divided into two or more parts, each with a few roots. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist. The plants should be grown in partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum

Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum?

Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum?

Elodeiflorum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum elodeiflorum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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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