Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hirudiniferum
ID:
511761

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 7: 24 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511093



Common Names

  • Hirudiniferum Bulbophyllum
  • Hirudiniferum Orchid
  • Hirudiniferum Orchids


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Synonyms

  • Epicranthes hirudinifera (J.J.Verm.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum (also called Leech Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping growth habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a green foliage and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. Its essential oils are used in aromatherapy and its leaves are used in herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum has small, yellow-green flowers that are monoecious (both male and female flowers are found on the same plant). The seeds are small, winged, and brown. The seedlings are small, with short, dark green needles.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils, but is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by division or seed. Divisions should be taken in spring or early summer and potted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot in a cold frame.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum

Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum is native to the mountains of eastern Africa, from Ethiopia south to Mozambique.

Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum?

Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum?

Leech-bearing bulbophyllum

What is the natural range of Bulbophyllum hirudiniferum?

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-26098: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.