Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sanguineo-maculatum
ID:
611632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32: 265 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610964



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum
  • Blood-spotted Bulbophyllum
  • Blood-spotted Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Bulbophyllum maculosum Ames [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum (also called Blood-spotted Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a clumping habit and produces fragrant white flowers in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in tropical forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum has small, yellow flowers with purple spots. The seeds are small, dark brown and round in shape. The seedlings are short and have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum is a perennial climber that grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. Sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil in a sunny spot. Divide the clumps in the spring or autumn. Plant the divisions in a moist, well-draining soil in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum

Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum is native to Thailand.

Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum FAQ

What type of soil is best for Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum?

Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral pH.

How much sun does Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum need?

Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum prefers full sun or partial shade.

How often should Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum be watered?

Bulbophyllum sanguineo-maculatum should be watered regularly, especially during dry spells.

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,