Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
trichroma
ID:
640156

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 130 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639488



Common Names

  • Trichroma Orchid
  • Trichroma Bulbophyllum
  • Trichroma Bulb


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Synonyms

  • Hapalochilus trichromus (Schltr.) Garay & Sieder [unknown]

Description

Bulbophyllum trichroma (also called Three-Colored Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, narrow leaves and small, yellow-brown flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum trichroma is an ornamental plant, used in rock gardens, as a groundcover, or in containers. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum trichroma has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum trichroma is a tropical orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees and produces clusters of small, fragrant flowers. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in bright, indirect light. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum trichroma

Bulbophyllum trichroma can be found in Madagascar.

Bulbophyllum trichroma FAQ

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum trichroma?

Three-Colored Bulbophyllum

What is the hardiness zone of Bulbophyllum trichroma?

USDA Hardiness Zone 10-12

What is the soil type of Bulbophyllum trichroma?

Well-drained, humus-rich soil

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-27592: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.