Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cruentum
ID:
480780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay, Hamer & Siegerist

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 43: 139 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480112



Common Names

  • Bloody Bulbophyllum
  • Bloody Orchid
  • Bloody Orchid Plant


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Description

Bulbophyllum cruentum (also called Blood-Red Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid with small, red flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum cruentum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make jams, jellies, and other food products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulbophyllum cruentum is a white to pale pink color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, delicate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum cruentum is a slow-growing epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 8 inches in height. It prefers partial shade and high humidity. Propagation is done through division or tissue culture. Divisions should be taken in spring or summer and tissue culture should be done in a sterile laboratory.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum cruentum

Bulbophyllum cruentum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the region.

Bulbophyllum cruentum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum cruentum?

Bulbophyllum cruentum is native to Southeast Asia.

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum cruentum prefer?

Bulbophyllum cruentum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Bulbophyllum cruentum need?

Bulbophyllum cruentum needs 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-25602: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Fritz Hamer (1912-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamer' in the authors string.
Emly Steffan Siegerist (1925-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siegerist' in the authors string.