Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rhodoglossum
ID:
603405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 848 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000602737



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum
  • Rhodoglossum Bulbophyllum
  • Rhodoglossum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum (also called 'Crimson-lipped Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with bright red-purple flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and it typically grows in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum has small, white, tubular flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum

Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum is native to the Philippines, where it can be found in the Luzon and Mindanao islands.

Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum?

Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum

What are the common names of Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum?

Rhodoglossum Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum rhodoglossum?

It is native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand

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-27188: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.