Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lewisense
ID:
534770

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Gray & D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 3: 143 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534102



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum lewisense
  • Lewis' Bulbophyllum
  • Lewis' Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Oxysepala lewisensis (B.Gray & D.L.Jones) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum lewisense (also called Lewis' Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen orchid native to the tropical regions of South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is typically found in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lewisense is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, infections, and inflammation. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is used to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lewisense is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid, tropical climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting medium. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lewisense

Bulbophyllum lewisense is native to tropical Africa, particularly in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Bulbophyllum lewisense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lewisense?

Bulbophyllum lewisense

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum lewisense?

Orchid

What is the growth rate of Bulbophyllum lewisense?

Medium

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-26371: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Bruce Gray (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Gray' in the authors string.