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What is Bulbophyllum?
  • Bulbophyllum is the largest genus in the orchid family Orchidaceae. With 2000 species.
  • The name derived from the Latin word bulbus (bulb-like) and the Greek word phyllon (leaf), referring to the pseudobulbs on top of which the leaf is growing.
  • The center of diversity is in the montane forests of Papua New Guinea and can be found in Australia, Southeast Asia, Africa Madagascar and in tropical central and South America.
  • Many species have the typical odor of rotting carcasses which attacts flies to asist in reproduction through pollination.

    Find out more at our Orchids Culture Guide.

The flower of Bulbophyllum blumei.
Bulbophyllum Species: A - E | F - K | L - P | Q - Z
Bulbophyllum Species L to P
Bulbophyllum laxiflorum
This is a small species with average plant height of 7cm. A widespread species that grows between elevation 120m to 1000m. They are epiphyte and can be grow on slaps and or potted in well-draining medium.
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum lemniscatoides
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
25 USD
Bulbophyllum lepidum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum lilacinum
Bulbophyllum limbatum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum lobbii (Malaysia, Thailand, Borneo, Philippines)
This is a lowland species with a wide distribution. They can be found from elevation of 300m to 1200m. They are variable in flower forms depending on location. Grows well in well-draining medium or mounted on fern slap.
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
17 USD
Bulbophyllum lobbii (Borneo Form)
This is probably is the most varied species, with all sorts of colors and shapes. Some lobbii produces fragrance.
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
20 USD
Bulbophyllum lobbii (Borneo Form)
This picture shows the largest lobbii flower seen till date. It is about 6 inches in height and 4.5 cm accross.
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
20 USD
Bulbophyllum longiflorum
This is probably the most widespread and common of its genus. It is discovered in Sumatra, Borneo, New Guinea and Peninsular Malaysia. This species is easy to grow and has large flowers.
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum longiflorum "Dark Spots"
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
20 USD
Bulbophyllum longisepalum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
35 USD
Bulbophyllum longissimum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum macrochilum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum makoyanum (Philippines, Malaysia, Borneo)
This is a widely distributed species in the Philippines but rarely found in Malaysian and Borneo. The inflorescences can be 20cm long carrying 15 flowers each 3cm long and 6mm wide. Grow in warm conditions on slabs.
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum malleolabrum
Bulbophyllum mandibulare
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
25 USD
Bulbophyllum mastersianum
 Currently not available.
100 USD
Bulbophyllum mearnsii
Bulbophyllum medusae
 This is common, lowland species which occurs in most tropical countries of South-east Asia. This species is best grown in clumps as they flower more easily.
A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum membranifolium
A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
45 USD
Bulbophyllum micranthum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
Bulbophyllum mirum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum malleolabrum
Bulbophyllum monoliforme
 A flowering size plant with 8 - 10 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum muscarirubrum
Bulbophyllum nabawanense
Bulbophyllum orectopetalum
Bulbophyllum orientale
Bulbophyllum orthoglossum
Bulbophyllum aff. ovalifolium
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
20 USD
Bulbophyllum ovatum
Bulbophyllum pahudii
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
35 USD
Bulbophyllum patens
This is a common species from Peninsular Malaysia. It produces fragrance to attract fruit flies to pollinate its flowers, and they usually mass flower. It is found in warmer and brighter parts of the forest.
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum picturatum
This is a species found in Thailand with nice contasting coloration of red and yellow.
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
18 USD
Bulbophyllum pileatum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum plumatum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 ISD
Bulbophyllum puguahaanense
Bulbophyllum putidum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum purpurascens
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum pustulatum
 A flowering size plant with 4 - 5 bulbs.
15 USD
Bulbophyllum Species: A - E | F - K | L - P | Q - Z

  Purchasing in bulk, enjoy discounts
We recommend our customers to order in bulk as they will receive more discounts and have a more reasonable packaging and delivery charges.
      200 USD - 500 USD receives 5% discount
      501 USD - 999 USD receives 10% discount
      1000 USD or more receives 10% discount & free phyto-cert
More information on ordering, visit our ordering page.

  Shipping for Orchids
We strive to present the best plants possible to our customers and we have managed to please many who have ordered from us with our special packaging.

  • Overseas customers will receive their plants bare rooted whereas locals can have their plants potted.
  • Plants will be packed with high quality sphagnum moss and sealed in bags to retail humidity when necessary.
  • Dormant tubers will be wrapped in moist sphagnum.
 

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