Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
medioximum
ID:
1327429

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Verm., Schuit. & de Vogel

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 166: 104 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339883



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum medioximum
  • Medium-sized Bulbophyllum
  • Medium-sized Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum medioximum (also called Medioximum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen, epiphytic orchid that grows up to 25 cm tall. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations of 500-1000 m. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are yellow-green.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum medioximum is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum medioximum has small, yellowish-green flowers with a purple lip. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum medioximum is a species of orchid. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants. It is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers warm temperatures and high humidity. It should be grown in a potting mix that is well-draining and contains organic matter. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum medioximum

Bulbophyllum medioximum can be found in Thailand.

Bulbophyllum medioximum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum medioximum?

Bulbophyllum medioximum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum medioximum?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum medioximum?

Tropical forests in 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

André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.