Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
coccinatum
ID:
475718

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 7: 141 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475050



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Coccinatum
  • Scarlet Bulbophyllum
  • Scarlet Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum coccinatum (also called 'Scarlet Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It has long, thin leaves and small, red flowers. It is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum coccinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum coccinatum has small white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum coccinatum is an epiphytic orchid that grows in USDA zones 10-12. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division or tissue culture. Divisions should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum coccinatum

Bulbophyllum coccinatum can be found in tropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Bulbophyllum coccinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum coccinatum?

Bulbophyllum coccinatum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum coccinatum?

Scarlet Bulbophyllum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum coccinatum?

Orchidaceae

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,