Bulbophyllum phalaenopsis explained

Bulbophyllum phalaenopsis is a species of orchid in the genus Bulbophyllum.

Description

Bulbophyllum phalaenopsis is grows as an epiphyte with clusters of 6-4 cm pseudobulbs each growing a single large pendant, broad, succulent, leaves 120 to 180 cm long and narrow at the base.[1] Plants bloom on a short scape next to the pseudobulb with 12-20 flowers that are 6 cm long reddish brown and covered in brown hairs. Flowers contain elliptical bracts that are 4 x 7 cm.[2]

Distribution

Plants are found growing in dark moist lowland forest of New Guinea at elevations below 500 meters.[3] Its flowers' fragrance is that of rotting meat that attracts flies which pollinate them.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Largest online collection of New Guinea orchids . Orchids of New Guinea . 2024-07-07.
  2. Book: Teoh, E.S. . Orchid Species from Himalaya and Southeast Asia Vol. 1 (A - E) . Springer International Publishing . 2021 . 978-3-030-58872-4 . 2024-07-07 . 146.
  3. Web site: IOSPE PHOTOS . Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia . 2024-07-07.