Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhodosepalum
ID:
603814
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 4: 171 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603146
Common Names
- Rhodosepalum Bulbophyllum
- Bulbophyllum Rhodosepalum
- Rhodosepal's Bulbophyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum (also called 'Rhodosepalum Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid forests and on tree branches.
Uses & Benefits
Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum has small, yellowish green flowers with red stripes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is usually done by division of the rootstock.
Where to Find Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum
Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum can be found in wet, swampy areas of the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida.
Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum?
Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
What is the ideal light for Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum?
Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal humidity for Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum?
Bulbophyllum rhodosepalum prefers high humidity levels of at least 50%.
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-27192: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.