Bulbophyllum carnosisepalum

Also known as: The Fleshy Sepal Bulbophyllum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Cameroon Uganda

General Information

The Fleshy Sepal Bulbophyllum is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Cameroon and Uganda.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single thick erect, lance shaped leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn

Climate

These orchids thrive in humid, cool, shady conditions with good airflow, they will be found under dense forest canopies where they will receive moderate sun exposure throughout the year.

When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.