Status:
valid
Authors:
T.P.Lin & Shu H.Wu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 57: 377 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334639
Common Names
- Bulbophyllum Tenuislinguae
- Tenuislinguae Orchid
- Bulbophyllum Orchid
Description
Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae (also called Tenuislinguae bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Thailand. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with small blue flowers. It grows in humid forests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae is a plant used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae is a tropical orchid native to Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The rhizome should be divided in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae
Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae is native to Thailand, where it can be found in moist woodlands and forests.
Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae?
Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae
What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae?
Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
What are the care requirements for Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae?
Bulbophyllum tenuislinguae requires high humidity, warm temperatures, and bright indirect light.
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
Shu-hui Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shu H.Wu' in the authors string.