Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
laxiflorum
ID:
641812

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desv.) Steud.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. , ed. 2, 1: 491 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641144

Common Names

  • Dendropemon laxiflorum
  • Laxiflorum
  • Dendropemon

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Description

Bulbophyllum laxiflorum (also called Loose-flowered Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is an epiphyte, growing on trees, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats. It has a creeping rhizome with pseudobulbs up to 2 cm long, each with a single leaf up to 8 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Dendropemon laxiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendropemon laxiflorum is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendropemon laxiflorum is an evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, moist soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, moist soil.

Where to Find Dendropemon laxiflorum

Dendropemon laxiflorum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Dendropemon laxiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendropemon laxiflorum?

Dendropemon laxiflorum

What is the common name of Dendropemon laxiflorum?

Laxiflorum Stinging Nettle

What is the natural habitat of Dendropemon laxiflorum?

Dendropemon laxiflorum is native to Australia and New Zealand

Species in the Dendropemon genus

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2760828: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Nicaise Auguste Desvaux (1784-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desv.' in the authors string.