Status:
valid
Authors:
Pabst
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Anais Soc. Bot. Brasil 20. 1964
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539544
Common Names
- Long-petalled Bulbophyllum
- Long-petalled Orchid
- Long-petalled Flower
Description
Bulbophyllum longipetalum (also called Long-petalled Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and long, thin leaves. The flowers are small and white, with long, narrow petals. It is found in humid forests and on trees.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum longipetalum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its fragrant, white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum longipetalum are yellow and the seed is a small, black, round nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum longipetalum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum longipetalum
Bulbophyllum longipetalum is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Bulbophyllum longipetalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum longipetalum?
Bulbophyllum longipetalum
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum longipetalum?
Longipetalum Bulbophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum longipetalum?
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,