Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
muscarirubrum
ID:
559007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 33: 215 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558339



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum
  • Muscarirubrum Bulbophyllum
  • Muscarirubrum


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Description

Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum (also called Red-spotted Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers with red spots. It is commonly found in marshy areas, ponds, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds. It is also used to reduce stress and anxiety, improve memory, and treat asthma and bronchitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum is a hardy, evergreen epiphyte that can be grown in a variety of soil types. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum

Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and parts of the Americas.

Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum?

Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum?

Red-spotted Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum?

It is found in tropical rainforests in South America.

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-26677: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.