Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leonii
ID:
531263

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28: 164 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530595



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Leonii
  • Leonii Bulbophyllum
  • Leonii


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum humblotianum Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum leonii (also called Leon's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has small, white flowers and is native to tropical regions of South America. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum leonii has been used as an ornamental plant and for its potential medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum leonii is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum leonii is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Water regularly until established.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum leonii

Bulbophyllum leonii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Bulbophyllum leonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum leonii?

Bulbophyllum leonii

What is the family of Bulbophyllum leonii?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum leonii?

Tropical forests

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