Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lepidum
ID:
531928

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Orch. Java : 471 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531260



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum lepidum
  • Scaly Bulbophyllum
  • Scaly Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phyllorkis gamosepala Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum gamosepalum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum gamosepalum Griff. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum lepidum (Blume) Schltr. [unknown]
  • Ephippium lepidum Blume [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum lepidum (also called Lepid Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid, native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows in humid, tropical forests and is characterized by its small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lepidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum lepidum has small white flowers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lepidum is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It is usually propagated by division. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lepidum

Bulbophyllum lepidum is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum lepidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lepidum?

Bulbophyllum lepidum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lepidum?

Lepid Bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum lepidum?

Orchidaceae

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,