Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lyperostachyum
ID:
543926

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 183 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543258



Common Names

  • Lyperostachyum Bulbophyllum
  • Lyperostachyum Bulbophyllum Orchid
  • Lyperostachyum Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum (also called Lyre-Leaf Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Southeast Asia. It typically grows in tropical forests, where it is found on the branches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum is a small, evergreen epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division should be done in late summer or early fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum

Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum is native to the Canary Islands.

Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum?

Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum?

Lipstick orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum lyperostachyum native to?

India

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-26468: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.