Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rubiginosum
ID:
607586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 242 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606918



Common Names

  • Rusty-Haired Bulbophyllum
  • Rusty-Haired Orchid
  • Rusty-Haired Plant


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Description

Bulbophyllum rubiginosum (also called 'Rusty Bulbophyllum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in the understory of moist, evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum rubiginosum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bulbophyllum rubiginosum are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum rubiginosum is an epiphytic orchid that is best grown in a potting mix of medium-grade fir bark, perlite, and sphagnum moss. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum rubiginosum

Bulbophyllum rubiginosum is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia.

Bulbophyllum rubiginosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum rubiginosum?

Bulbophyllum rubiginosum

What is the family of Bulbophyllum rubiginosum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum rubiginosum?

Rubiginosum Bulbophyllum

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-27230: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.