Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
erythrostictum
ID:
792569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 14: 563 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791902



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum Erythrostictum
  • Erythrostictum Bulbophyllum
  • Erythrostictum Bulb


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Description

Bulbophyllum erythrostictum (also called Erythrostictum Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic herb, typically growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to India, and is found in evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum erythrostictum is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum erythrostictum has small, yellowish-green flowers with a long, slender spur. The seed is a small, round, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum erythrostictum is an epiphytic orchid species that is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by tissue culture. The plant should be repotted every two to three years in a well-draining, orchid-specific potting mix.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum erythrostictum

Bulbophyllum erythrostictum is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bulbophyllum erythrostictum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum erythrostictum?

Bulbophyllum erythrostictum

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum erythrostictum?

Common names of Bulbophyllum erythrostictum include erythrostictum bulbophyllum and erythrostictum starflower.

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum erythrostictum?

Bulbophyllum erythrostictum is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

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-330472: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.