Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
micholitzii
ID:
553991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 9: 272 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553323



Common Names

  • Micholitz's Bulbophyllum
  • Micholitz's Orchid
  • Micholitz's Beehive Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hyalosema micholitzii Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum micholitzii (also called Micholitz's Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum micholitzii is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Bulbophyllum micholitzii is a small, white to pinkish, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and kidney-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum micholitzii is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but will require more frequent watering. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum micholitzii

Bulbophyllum micholitzii is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Bulbophyllum micholitzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum micholitzii?

Bulbophyllum micholitzii

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum micholitzii?

Micholitz's Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum micholitzii?

Dry, rocky slopes in the mountains of 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,