Bulbophyllum lineare - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lineare
ID:
536570
Status:
valid
Authors:
Frapp. ex Cordem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Fl. Réunion : 170 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000535902
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum lineare
- Linear Bulbophyllum
- Linear Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum lineare (also called Linear Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum lineare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where it can spread and form a dense carpet.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bulbophyllum lineare is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum lineare can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum lineare
Bulbophyllum lineare can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Bulbophyllum lineare FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lineare?
Bulbophyllum lineare
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lineare?
Linear Bulbophyllum
Where does Bulbophyllum lineare grow?
Bulbophyllum lineare grows in Southeast Asia
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-26388: Based on the initial data import
Eugène Jacob de Cordemoy (1835-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cordem.' in the authors string.
Charles Frappier (1813-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frapp.' in the authors string.