Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
melinoglossum
ID:
553075

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 721 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552407



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum melinoglossum
  • Honey-tongued Bulbophyllum
  • Melinoglossum Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum melinoglossum (also called Melinoglossum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can reach a height of up to 1 m. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Thailand, and is found in tropical forests, especially in areas with limestone soils. It has lanceolate leaves with a smooth surface and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum melinoglossum has non-medical uses such as providing shade, as an ornamental plant, and for erosion control. It also has medicinal benefits such as being used to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum melinoglossum is small, yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum melinoglossum is an epiphytic orchid that prefers partial shade and high humidity. It can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. To propagate by division, the plant should be carefully divided into smaller sections and potted in a well-draining medium. Once established, it requires minimal care.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum melinoglossum

Bulbophyllum melinoglossum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Bulbophyllum melinoglossum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum melinoglossum?

Bulbophyllum melinoglossum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum melinoglossum?

Orchidaceae

Where is Bulbophyllum melinoglossum found?

South America

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-26563: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.