Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lecouflei
ID:
529885

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 11: 30 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529217



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum lecouflei
  • Lecoufle's Bulbophyllum
  • Lecoufle's Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum lecouflei (also called Lecoufle's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It prefers humid, shady areas and can be found growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lecouflei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum lecouflei has small, yellow flowers with a white lip. The seeds are tiny and round. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lecouflei is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers a sandy loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lecouflei

Bulbophyllum lecouflei can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.

Bulbophyllum lecouflei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lecouflei?

Bulbophyllum lecouflei

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lecouflei?

Lecoufle's Bulbophyllum

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum lecouflei?

It is found in tropical forests and woodlands.

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-26319: Based on the initial data import
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.