Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lokonense
ID:
538787

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 94 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538119



Common Names

  • Lokon Orchid
  • Lokon Bulbophyllum
  • Lokon Bulb


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Description

Bulbophyllum lokonense (also called Lokon orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin stems with small, yellowish-green flowers. The leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate. It grows in humid tropical forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lokonense is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum lokonense has small purple flowers, with the seeds being small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lokonense is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lokonense

Bulbophyllum lokonense is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and woodlands.

Bulbophyllum lokonense FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lokonense?

Lokon Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum lokonense?

Tropical forests

What is the scientific classification of Bulbophyllum lokonense?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Asparagales, Family: Orchidaceae, Genus: Bulbophyllum, Species: B. lokonense

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-26412: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.