Bulbophyllum xenosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xenosum
ID:
657053
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Blumea 41: 353 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656385
Common Names
- Xenosum Bulbophyllum
- Xenosum Orchid
- Xenosum Spider Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum xenosum (also called Strange Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum xenosum is an ornamental plant that is often used as a groundcover in gardens. It is also used medicinally for its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bulbophyllum xenosum are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Bulbophyllum xenosum is a slow-growing, evergreen epiphyte that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The epiphyte prefers partial shade and can tolerate some sun.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum xenosum
Bulbophyllum xenosum can be found in India.
Bulbophyllum xenosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum xenosum?
Bulbophyllum xenosum
What type of plant is Bulbophyllum xenosum?
It is an orchid
Where is Bulbophyllum xenosum found?
It is found in 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-27776: Based on the initial data import
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.