Bulbophyllum nutans

Also known as: The Nodding Bulbophyllum or Phyllorkis nuphyllis Cymbidium reptans Bulbophyllum nutans var. variifolium Bulbophyllum tsinjoarivense Bulbophyllum ambohitrense Bulbophyllum variifolium Bulbophyllum chrysobulbum Bulbophyllum andringitranum Bulbophyllum nutans var. nutans in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Madagascar

General Information

The Nodding Bulbophyllum is an epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Madagascar. The name refers to the flowers positiion.

Flower Size

1 - 1 cm

Small

Medium

Large

Light

22000 - 22000 lux

Full Shade

Low

Medium

High

Full Sun

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous thick erect, oblong shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Spring

Blooming Season

Autumn
Spring

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.

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,