Status:
valid
Authors:
Hassk.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Cat. Hort. Bot. Bogor. Alt. : 39 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491548
Common Names
- Elongatum Bulbophyllum
- Elongatum Orchid
- Elongatum Spider Orchid
Synonyms
- Phyllorkis elongata Kuntze [unknown]
- Phyllorkis sceptrum Kuntze [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum gigas Ridl. [unknown]
- Bulbophyllum sceptrum Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Cirrhopetalum elongatum Lindl. [unknown]
- Ephippium elongatum Blume [unknown]
- Phyllorchis elongata (Hassk.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Phyllorchis sceptrum (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum elongatum (also called Elongate Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows up to 15 feet tall and has smooth, gray bark. It is found in moist woods, along streams, and in wetland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum elongatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a windbreak. It is also used as a medicinal plant and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum elongatum is a white, fragrant, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum elongatum is an epiphytic orchid that grows in tropical climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is best done from division of the pseudobulbs. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium and kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum elongatum
Bulbophyllum elongatum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Bulbophyllum elongatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum elongatum?
Bulbophyllum elongatum
What are the common names of Bulbophyllum elongatum?
Elongated Bulbophyllum, Elongated Orchid, and Elongated Spider Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum elongatum?
It is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia
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,