Bulbophyllum translucidum explained

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

It is named after the translucent nature of the tepals. It is placed in section Sestochilus. Flowers have a fecal scent attracting flies from the family Muscidae that pollinate the flower.

Distribution

The plant is endemic to Samar, Leyte and Agusan, Philippines growing on limestone outcrops in the forest at 321 meters.

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