Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
laxum
ID:
529682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee , Nachtr.: 205 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529014



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum laxum
  • Laxum Bulbophyllum
  • Loose Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum trichopus Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum laxum (also called Lax bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm in height. It prefers moist, humid environments and is commonly found in tropical forests and jungles.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum laxum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum laxum is yellow, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum laxum is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned and transplanted into individual containers. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and kept moist.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum laxum

Bulbophyllum laxum can be found in tropical regions of Asia, including parts of India, China, and Thailand.

Bulbophyllum laxum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum laxum?

Bulbophyllum laxum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum laxum?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum laxum?

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-26316: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.