Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
microrhombos
ID:
554486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 719 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553818



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Microrhombos
  • Microrhombos Orchid
  • Microrhombos Bulbophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus microrhombos (Schltr.) Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum microrhombos (also called Small-Rhomboid Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The leaves are narrow and lance-shaped, and the stems are covered in small hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum microrhombos has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anemia, and digestive issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties, and may be beneficial for cardiovascular health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum microrhombos is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum microrhombos is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright indirect light and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum microrhombos

Bulbophyllum microrhombos is native to tropical regions of Africa, from Cameroon to Ethiopia.

Bulbophyllum microrhombos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum microrhombos?

Bulbophyllum microrhombos

What is the family of Bulbophyllum microrhombos?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Bulbophyllum microrhombos?

Tropical forests

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-26603: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.