Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lichenoides
ID:
535200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 808 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534532



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum lichenoides
  • Lichen-like Bulbophyllum
  • Lichen-like Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Diphyes lichenoides (Schltr.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum lichenoides (also called Lichen-Like Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lichenoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to provide shade in areas with hot climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum lichenoides has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lichenoides is an evergreen, epiphytic orchid that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lichenoides

Bulbophyllum lichenoides can be found in moist meadows, grassy slopes, and rocky outcrops in the mountains of Asia.

Bulbophyllum lichenoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lichenoides?

Bulbophyllum lichenoides

What is the family of Bulbophyllum lichenoides?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lichenoides?

Lichen-Like Bulbophyllum

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-26375: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.