Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
luciphilum
ID:
542862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stévart

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 70: 143 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000542194



Common Names

  • Luciphilum Bulbophyllum
  • Luciphilum Orchid
  • Luciphilum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum luciphilum (also called 'shining bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has small, white flowers and linear leaves. It is typically found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum luciphilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum luciphilum is a small, yellow-green bloom with six petals. The seed is small and black, with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, thin stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum luciphilum is an epiphytic orchid that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or summer. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings or tissue culture.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum luciphilum

Bulbophyllum luciphilum can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas.

Bulbophyllum luciphilum FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Bulbophyllum luciphilum?

6.0-7.0

What is the optimal temperature for Bulbophyllum luciphilum?

10-20°C

What is the optimal light for Bulbophyllum luciphilum?

Full sun to partial shade

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-26456: Based on the initial data import
Tariq Stévart (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stévart' in the authors string.