Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lasianthum
ID:
528198

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1855: 53 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527530



Common Names

  • Lasianthum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Lasianthum
  • Hairy Lasianthum Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis lasiantha Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anisopetalon lasianthum Kuhl [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis lasiantha (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum lasianthum (also called hairy-leaved bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and long, narrow leaves. Native to Southeast Asia, it is found in tropical forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lasianthum can be used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Bulbophyllum lasianthum is small, yellow, and bell-shaped. Seed is small, brown, and round. Seedlings are short, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lasianthum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lasianthum

Bulbophyllum lasianthum is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It can be found in lowland and montane forests, usually growing in shady, moist areas.

Bulbophyllum lasianthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lasianthum?

Bulbophyllum lasianthum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum lasianthum?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum lasianthum?

Tropical rainforests

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-26302: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.