Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leytense
ID:
534986

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 5: 178 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534318



Common Names

  • Leyte Bulbophyllum
  • Leyte Orchid
  • Leyte's Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum leytense (also called Bulbophyllum leytense, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Bulbophyllum. It is native to the Philippines and grows in moist, shady habitats. It has a single, long, thin, green leaf and a single, small, white flower.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum leytense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum leytense has small, yellow flowers that are tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum leytense is a low-growing evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of drought and salt spray. It can be propagated by cuttings or division and is best planted in spring or fall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum leytense

Bulbophyllum leytense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Bulbophyllum leytense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum leytense?

Bulbophyllum leytense

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum leytense?

Leyte Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum leytense?

Tropical forests

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-26373: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.