Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ionophyllum
ID:
519037

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 2: 65 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518369



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum ionophyllum
  • Ionophyllum Orchid
  • Ionophyllum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Pedilochilus grandifolius P.Royen [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum ionophyllum (also called Ionophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Asia and Australia. It has a long, thin stem with small, white flowers, and can be found growing on the trunks and branches of trees in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ionophyllum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It has been used to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum ionophyllum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ionophyllum is a species of orchid native to tropical Asia. It is a terrestrial orchid with a creeping rhizome and a single, long, thin, leathery leaf. The plant is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ionophyllum

Bulbophyllum ionophyllum is found in tropical rainforests in Asia and Africa.

Bulbophyllum ionophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum ionophyllum?

Bulbophyllum ionophyllum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum ionophyllum?

Ionophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum ionophyllum?

Tropical forests

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-26198: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.