Bulbophyllum lophoton - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lophoton
ID:
541711
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 7: 163 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541043
Common Names
- Lophoton Bulbophyllum
- Lophoton's Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum Lophoton
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- Peltopus lophotos (J.J.Verm.) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]
Description
Bulbophyllum lophoton (also called Crested Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in humid forests and on tree branches.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum lophoton has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum lophoton are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Bulbophyllum lophoton is a perennial epiphytic orchid that grows in partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of high humidity. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum lophoton
Bulbophyllum lophoton can be found in tropical areas of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Bulbophyllum lophoton FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lophoton?
Bulbophyllum lophoton
What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lophoton?
No common name
Where is Bulbophyllum lophoton found?
It is found in the Andes of Peru
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-26445: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.