Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longipes
ID:
540107

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 253 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539439



Common Names

  • Long-Stemmed Bulbophyllum
  • Long-Stemmed Orchid
  • Long-Stemmed Bulb


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Synonyms

  • Monomeria longipes (Rchb.f.) Aver. [unknown]
  • Henosis longipes Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Monomeria longipes (Rchb.f.) Garay, Hamer & Siegerist [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum longipes (also called Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a creeping stem and its leaves are lanceolate, with a length of up to 10 cm. It grows in humid and shady places, such as rainforests and mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum longipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum longipes is a yellowish-green color with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum longipes is a perennial plant that grows best in moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum longipes

Bulbophyllum longipes is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforests.

Bulbophyllum longipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum longipes?

Bulbophyllum longipes

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum longipes?

Long-stalked Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum longipes?

Tropical 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,