Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leion
ID:
1411571

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm., Schuit. & de Vogel

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 166(2): 111. 2014 [23 Apr 2014] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424036





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Description

Bulbophyllum leion (also called 'Leion Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants, and is characterized by its long, thin stems and white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum leion is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also known to have antifungal and antibacterial properties, making it a useful plant for treating skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum leion has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum leion is a small epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining medium. Propagation can be done through division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum leion

Bulbophyllum leion is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Bulbophyllum leion FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum leion?

Bulbophyllum leion

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum leion?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum leion native to?

Vietnam

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

André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.