Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
microthamnus
ID:
554639

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 141 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553971



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Microthamnus
  • Microthamnus Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum Bulbophylloides


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Description

Bulbophyllum microthamnus (also called Small-leaved Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Asia. It grows on trees and can reach up to 20 cm in height. Its leaves are alternate, oblong and have a waxy texture. The flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum microthamnus has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum microthamnus is a small epiphytic orchid species native to tropical rainforests of South and Central America. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or coco husk. Propagation is done through division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum microthamnus

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

Bulbophyllum microthamnus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum microthamnus?

Bulbophyllum microthamnus

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum microthamnus?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum microthamnus native to?

Southeast Asia

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-26609: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.