Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leptostachyum
ID:
533187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 18: 323 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532519



Common Names

  • Leptostachyum Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Leptostachyum
  • Bulbophyllum leptostachyum


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Description

Bulbophyllum leptostachyum (also called 'Cobra Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in tropical and subtropical Asia and Australia. It is an epiphytic orchid with a creeping rhizome and thin, wiry roots. It has a single, leathery, oblong-elliptic leaf and produces a single, short-lived flower. This species is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in open scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum leptostachyum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum leptostachyum is small and white, with six petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum leptostachyum is a tropical epiphytic orchid that requires warm temperatures and high humidity to thrive. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum leptostachyum

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

Bulbophyllum leptostachyum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum leptostachyum?

Bulbophyllum leptostachyum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum leptostachyum?

Slender-spiked Bulbophyllum

What is the distribution of Bulbophyllum leptostachyum?

Eastern Australia

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-26354: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.