Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leptophyllum
ID:
532757

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Kittr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 30: 99 (1984 publ. 1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532089



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum leptophyllum
  • Slender-leaved Bulbophyllum
  • Slender-leaved Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Lepanthanthe leptophylla (W.Kittr.) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum leptophyllum (also called Slender-leaved Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in wet habitats such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum leptophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a groundcover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum leptophyllum is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum leptophyllum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in the spring or by sowing the seeds in the fall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum leptophyllum

Bulbophyllum leptophyllum can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Bulbophyllum leptophyllum FAQ

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum leptophyllum?

Common names of Bulbophyllum leptophyllum include African wild grass, African rush, and African grass.

What is the growth rate of Bulbophyllum leptophyllum?

Bulbophyllum leptophyllum has a moderate growth rate.

What is the lifespan of Bulbophyllum leptophyllum?

The lifespan of Bulbophyllum leptophyllum is up to 10 years.

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-26350: Based on the initial data import
Walter Kittredge (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Kittr.' in the authors string.