Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
metonymon
ID:
553916

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 6: 470 (1951 publ. 1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553248



Common Names

  • Metonymon Bulbophyllum
  • Metonymon Orchid
  • Metonymon Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum schlechteri Kraenzl. [illegitimate]

Description

Bulbophyllum metonymon (also called Metonymon Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in wetland habitats such as marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum metonymon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum metonymon is a small, yellowish-white flower with a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum metonymon is a perennial herbaceous plant. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum metonymon

Bulbophyllum metonymon can be found in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

Bulbophyllum metonymon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum metonymon?

Bulbophyllum metonymon

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum metonymon?

Metonymon Orchid

What is the flower color of Bulbophyllum metonymon?

White to pinkish

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