Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
spathilingue
ID:
625081

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 19: 9 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624413



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum spathilingue
  • Spathilingue Bulbophyllum
  • Lingue-shaped Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum spathilingue (also called 'Tongue-Shaped Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical regions of Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum spathilingue is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum spathilingue has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum spathilingue is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum spathilingue

Bulbophyllum spathilingue is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, tropical habitats.

Bulbophyllum spathilingue FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum spathilingue?

Bulbophyllum spathilingue

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum spathilingue?

Spathilingue Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum spathilingue?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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,

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