Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
endotrachys
ID:
492457

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 808 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491789



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum endotrachys
  • Endotrachys Bulbophyllum
  • Endotrachys's Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Diphyes endotrachys (Schltr.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum endotrachys (also called Endotrachys Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk, with leaves that are alternate, simple, and ovate. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum endotrachys is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments like fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an astringent and a tonic. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum endotrachys is a white, fragrant, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum endotrachys is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is propagated from division. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until they have rooted. Once rooted, the divisions should be transplanted and grown in partial shade.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum endotrachys

Bulbophyllum endotrachys is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Bulbophyllum endotrachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum endotrachys?

Bulbophyllum endotrachys

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum endotrachys?

It is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae

Where is Bulbophyllum endotrachys found?

It is native to Southeast Asia

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-25800: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.