Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
laxiflorum
ID:
529362

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 57 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528694



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum laxiflorum
  • Loose-flowered Bulbophyllum
  • Loose-flowered Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis laxiflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phyllorkis radiata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum laxiflorum celebicum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum luzonense Ames [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum pedicellatum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum radiatum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum syllectum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Diphyes laxiflora Blume [unknown]
  • Phyllorchis laxiflora (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum laxiflorum (also called Loose-flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It has a clumping growth habit and its leaves are linear in shape. It is found in moist areas, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum laxiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum laxiflorum is small, white and star-shaped. Its seeds are small, black and round, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum laxiflorum can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and should be kept moist. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum laxiflorum

Bulbophyllum laxiflorum can be found in tropical areas of South America, such as Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Bulbophyllum laxiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum laxiflorum?

Bulbophyllum laxiflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum laxiflorum?

Loose-flowered Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum laxiflorum?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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-26313: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.