Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lichenophylax
ID:
535304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 194 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534636



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum lichenophylax
  • Lichen-Loving Bulbophyllum
  • Lichen-Loving Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum quinquecornutum H.Perrier [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum lichenophylax (also called Lichen-loving Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid with a single stem and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in humid forests and on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lichenophylax is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum lichenophylax are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like growth pattern.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lichenophylax can be propagated by division of clumps or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade to full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lichenophylax

Bulbophyllum lichenophylax can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum lichenophylax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lichenophylax?

Bulbophyllum lichenophylax

What is the family of Bulbophyllum lichenophylax?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lichenophylax?

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-26376: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.