Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ruficaudatum
ID:
608693

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 54: 50 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608025



Common Names

  • Ruficaudatum bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum
  • Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum var. ruficaudatum


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum nanobulbon Seidenf. [unknown]
  • Cirrhopetalum microbulbon Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum (also called Red-tailed bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical Africa. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, creeping stems and small, fragrant flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum is used for its essential oils which are used in aromatherapy, perfumes, and cosmetics. The fruit is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are dark green with round, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sudan to Angola. It is usually propagated from seed, but can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -2°C.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum

Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum?

Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum

What type of plant is Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum?

Orchid

Where is Bulbophyllum ruficaudatum native to?

Southeast Asia

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,