Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tricolor
ID:
640356

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm. & S.K.Harris

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. , n.s., 114: 11 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639688



Common Names

  • Tricolor Bulbophyllum
  • Tricolor Orchid
  • Tricolor Bulbophyllum Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum tricolor (also called Three-Colored Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has small, triangular leaves and small, white flowers with pink and purple stripes. It grows on trees in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum tricolor has been used in traditional medicine for a variety of ailments, including respiratory and digestive issues. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum tricolor has small, white flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum tricolor is an evergreen, epiphytic orchid that grows up to 4 feet tall and produces yellow, red, and purple flowers in the summer. It is best grown in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but this is more difficult.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum tricolor

Bulbophyllum tricolor can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Bulbophyllum tricolor FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Bulbophyllum tricolor?

Bulbophyllum tricolor prefers temperatures between 50-70 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil does Bulbophyllum tricolor prefer?

Bulbophyllum tricolor prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

How much sunlight does Bulbophyllum tricolor need?

Bulbophyllum tricolor prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-27594: Based on the initial data import
Stuart Kimball Harris (1906-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Harris' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.