Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longistelidium
ID:
541345

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Fl. Malay Penins. 4: 64 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540677



Common Names

  • Longistelidium
  • Bulbophyllum
  • Orchid


Searching for Bulbophyllum longistelidium? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum tapirus J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum longistelidium (also called Long-stalked Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist habitats such as riverbanks and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum longistelidium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and has a variety of medicinal uses. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-oxidant properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, respiratory ailments, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum longistelidium has small white flowers, with a single seed in each flower. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small leaves.

Searching for Bulbophyllum longistelidium? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum longistelidium is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown from seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a bright, indirect light location. Division can be done in spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum longistelidium

Bulbophyllum longistelidium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa.

Bulbophyllum longistelidium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum longistelidium?

Bulbophyllum longistelidium

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum longistelidium?

Longistelidium, Longistelidium Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum longistelidium?

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,