Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oblongum
ID:
566806

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 249 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566138



Common Names

  • Oblongum Bulbophyllum
  • Oblongum Orchid
  • Oblongum Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Trias oblonga Lindl. [unknown]
  • Trias ovata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum burkillii Gage [unknown]
  • Bulbophyllum moulmeinense Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Dendrobium tripterum Wall. ex Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum oblongum (also called Oblong Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum oblongum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum oblongum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum oblongum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum oblongum

Bulbophyllum oblongum can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum oblongum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum oblongum?

Bulbophyllum oblongum

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum oblongum?

Oblong Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum oblongum?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the tropical regions of Asia and Africa

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,