Bulbophyllum hirtum

Also known as: The Bristly Bulbophyllum or Tribrachia hirta Stelis hirta Phyllorkis hirta Bulbophyllum suave Bulbophyllum kerrii in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: China Thailand

General Information

The Bristly Bulbophyllum is a dwarf cold to hot growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to China and Thailand.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped, oblong shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Summer

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Blooming Season

• Summer

Care Notes

These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering. 

Fragrant:

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Climate

Grows at high elevations.

Potting

These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow. 

Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.

Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,