Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lineolatum
ID:
537306

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 768 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536638



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum lineolatum
  • Lineolatum Bulbophyllum
  • Lineolatum's Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum lineolatum (also called Lineolate Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and grows in humid forests and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lineolatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in perfumes and fragrances. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum lineolatum flower is a small, white-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with thin, upright stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lineolatum is a perennial plant that prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. It grows best in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame as soon as they are ripe.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lineolatum

Bulbophyllum lineolatum is native to tropical Asia.

Bulbophyllum lineolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lineolatum?

Bulbophyllum lineolatum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum lineolatum?

An epiphytic orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum lineolatum?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests

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-26395: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.