Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lemniscatum
ID:
530843

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.S.P.Parish ex Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 98: t. 5961 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530175



Common Names

  • Lemniscatum Bulbophyllum
  • Lemniscatum Orchid
  • Lemniscatum Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum lemniscatum (also called Lemniscate bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South Africa. It has a creeping stem and grows up to 0.5 m tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and linear. It is found in forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lemniscatum is used as an ornamental plant, as a food crop, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used to make dyes and in traditional medicine. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Bulbophyllum lemniscatum is small, yellow and has three petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lemniscatum is an epiphytic orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is usually done by division, which should be done in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lemniscatum

Bulbophyllum lemniscatum is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Bulbophyllum lemniscatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lemniscatum?

Bulbophyllum lemniscatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lemniscatum?

Lemnisci Bulbophyllum

What is the growth habit of Bulbophyllum lemniscatum?

Bulbophyllum lemniscatum is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 2 feet tall

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-26328: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Charles Samuel Pollock Parish (1822-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.P.Parish' in the authors string.