Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cootesii
ID:
478516

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.Clem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 64: 6 (1999-2000 publ. 1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477848



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Cootesii
  • Cootesii Bulbophyllum
  • Cootesii


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Description

Bulbophyllum cootesii (also called 'Cootes' Bulbophyllum' and 'Cootes' Orchid', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin, pointed, dark green leaves and produces clusters of small, yellow-green, star-shaped flowers. It grows best in bright, indirect light and prefers high humidity and well-draining soil.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cootesii is a small shrub native to Australia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has been known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum cootesii is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cootesii is a slow-growing, epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, carefully remove the offsets from the mother plant and pot them in a moist, well-draining soil mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cootesii

Bulbophyllum cootesii is native to Australia. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers.

Bulbophyllum cootesii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Bulbophyllum cootesii?

Bulbophyllum cootesii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What type of soil is best for Bulbophyllum cootesii?

Bulbophyllum cootesii prefers a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.

How much light does Bulbophyllum cootesii need?

Bulbophyllum cootesii prefers 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-25562: Based on the initial data import
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.