Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
xanthornis
ID:
342727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schuit. & de Vogel

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
J. Orchideenfr. 9: 220 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342059



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum xanthornis
  • Xanthornis Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum


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Description

Bulbophyllum xanthornis (also called Yellow-spined Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum xanthornis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum xanthornis has small, yellow flowers with a sweet fragrance. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum xanthornis is an epiphytic orchid that grows in partial shade. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-4 shoots and replanted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum xanthornis

Bulbophyllum xanthornis can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Bulbophyllum xanthornis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum xanthornis?

Bulbophyllum xanthornis

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum xanthornis?

Xanthornis Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum xanthornis?

Tropical rainforests of 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-222263: Based on the initial data import
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.