Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
erythrostachyum
ID:
493734

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 11: 200 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493066



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum
  • Red-Spiked Bulbophyllum
  • Red-Spiked Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum (also called 'Erythrostachyum Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the tropical regions of South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, and can reach heights of up to 1 meter.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum has small white flowers, with a single seed per fruit. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that can reach up to 60 cm in height. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum

Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum?

Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum erythrostachyum found?

Australia

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,

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