Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lumbriciforme
ID:
543173

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 2: 94 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000542505



Common Names

  • Earthworm Orchid
  • Lumbriciform Bulbophyllum
  • Earthworm Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme (also called Worm-like Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows in humid forests, such as rainforests and mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping. It has a low-growing habit and is a great choice for rock gardens or as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize slopes and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme has small, white flowers, with four stamens and four styles. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Asia. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is usually done by division of the pseudobulbs in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme

Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme can be found in tropical Africa and the Middle East.

Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme?

Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme?

Earthworm-like Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum lumbriciforme?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

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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