Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longivagans
ID:
541440

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
J. Malayan Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 11: 92 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540772



Common Names

  • Longivagans Bulbophyllum
  • Long-stalked Bulbophyllum
  • Long-stalked-stemmed Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum longivagans (also called 'Long-flowered Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a perennial epiphyte with long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum longivagans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum longivagans is a small, yellowish-green flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum longivagans is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The pseudobulbs should be divided in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in partial shade until established.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum longivagans

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

Bulbophyllum longivagans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum longivagans?

Bulbophyllum longivagans

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum longivagans?

Long-stalked Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum longivagans?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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,

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