Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lepanthiflorum
ID:
531746

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 876 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531078



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Lepanthiflorum
  • Many-flowered Bulbophyllum
  • Many-flower Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum rivulare Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum mystrophyllum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Lepanthanthe lepanthiflora (Schltr.) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum (also called Lepanthiflorum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a creeping stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum is small, yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum is a perennial epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-12.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum

Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.

Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum?

Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum?

Lepanthiflorum Orchid

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum lepanthiflorum?

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-26338: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.