Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
microlabium
ID:
554307

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Kittr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 30: 99 (1984 publ. 1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553639



Common Names

  • Microlabium Milkvetch
  • Microlabi Milkvetch
  • Microlabi's Milkvetch


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Description

Bulbophyllum microlabium (also called Small-Lipped Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base and hairy stems. It is native to the Eastern Himalayas and is found in moist grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum microlabium is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb that has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may help to reduce the risk of certain diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum microlabium has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum microlabium is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the new growth in spring or early summer and place in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in a sunny spot until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum microlabium

Bulbophyllum microlabium can be found in tropical Africa, from Angola to Mozambique, at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Bulbophyllum microlabium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum microlabium?

Bulbophyllum microlabium

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum microlabium?

Microlabium

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum microlabium?

Herb

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-26597: Based on the initial data import
Walter Kittredge (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Kittr.' in the authors string.