Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leontoglossum
ID:
531356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 722 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530688



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum leontoglossum
  • Leontoglossum Bulbophyllum
  • Leontoglossum Bulbophyllum Moss


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus leontoglossus (Schltr.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum leontoglossum (also called Lion's Tongue Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It has a short stem, and its leaves are usually lanceolate, with a length of up to 10 cm. It grows in moist soils, in open fields, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum leontoglossum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum leontoglossum has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum leontoglossum can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes. It should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. It can tolerate light frost but should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum leontoglossum

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

Bulbophyllum leontoglossum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum leontoglossum?

Bulbophyllum leontoglossum

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Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum leontoglossum?

Lion's Tongue Orchid

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-26333: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.