Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longirostre
ID:
540639

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 778 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539971



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum longirostre
  • Longirostre Bulbophyllum
  • Longirostre Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum arachnidium Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum longirostre (also called Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic perennial native to tropical Asia. It is a low-growing plant with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is usually found in humid, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum longirostre is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum longirostre is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single seed. The seed is small and round, with a thin seed coat. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single leaf at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum longirostre is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. Plant divisions in moist soil in full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum longirostre

Bulbophyllum longirostre can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum longirostre FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum longirostre?

Bulbophyllum longirostre

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum longirostre?

Longirostre

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum longirostre?

Orchid

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-26434: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.