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Bulbophyllum barbigerum

Bulbophyllum barbigerum

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Bulbophyllum barbigerum


 In vitro pot containing a minimum of 15 plants (more depending on the species)




 Origin and classification


    
 
  •  Type : Natural epiphytic species (sometimes lithophytic).
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  •  Regions of origin :
  
      
   
    •  Southeast Asia :
    
        
     
      •  Thailand (southern provinces such as Krabi, Phang Nga, and the islands of the Andaman Sea).
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      •  Peninsular Malaysia (States of Perak, Pahang, and Johor).
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      •  Indonesia :
      
          
       
        •  Sumatra (provinces of Aceh, North Sumatra, and Lampung).
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        •  Borneo (Kalimantan, particularly in the lowland forests).
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  •  Natural habitat :
  
      
   
    •  Damp and shady forests at low to medium altitude (0-800 meters).
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    •  It grows on tree trunks or mossy rocks , in well-ventilated areas.
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  •  Family : Orchidaceae (subfamily Epidendroideae, tribe Dendrobieae).
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 Appearance


    
 
  •  Size : Medium orchid (20-40 cm tall), with sympodial growth (creeping rhizome).
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  •  Pseudobulbs :
  
      
   
    •  Small and ovoid (2-3 cm long), spaced along the rhizome, yellowish-green in color.
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  •  Leaves :
  
      
   
    •  Lanceolate , leathery, dark green (8-15 cm long).
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    •  One leaf per pseudobulb, arranged in a fan shape.
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  •  Roots : Thin, hairy, and silvery in the light, typical of epiphytic orchids.
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 Flowers


    
 
  •  Shape :
  
      
   
    •  Inflorescences in clusters (5-15 flowers per stem), borne on a thin, arched peduncle (10-20 cm long).
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    •  Hairy and fleshy flowers, with recurved sepals and petals and a mobile lip.
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    •  The "bearded" appearance is due to the densely arranged hairs on the sepals.
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  •  Color :
  
      
   
    •  Sepals and petals pale yellow to light green , often speckled with purple or brown .
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    •  Dark purple or brown labellum, sometimes striated.
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  •  Scent :
  
      
   
    •  Very intense , reminiscent of lemongrass, ginger or lemon .
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    •  The fragrance is more pronounced in the morning and early evening.
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  •  Flower size : 2-3 cm in diameter.
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  •  Flowering time : 10-14 days per flower, but the flower stalk can produce flowers for 3-4 weeks .
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  •  Flowering period :
  
      
   
    •  Spring to summer (March to July in the northern hemisphere).
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    •  In its natural environment, flowering coincides with the rainy season in its regions of origin.
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 Culture


 Ideal conditions (inspired by its natural habitat)


    
 
  •  Climate :
    
  
      
   
    •  Temperature :
    
        
     
      •  Day: 24-30°C (simulates the heat of tropical forests).
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      •  Night: 18-20°C (day/night difference is essential to trigger flowering).
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      •  Minimum: 15°C (avoid temperatures below 12°C).
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    •  Humidity : 70-85% (as in the rainforests of Southeast Asia).
    
        
     
      •  Use a humidifier or grow in a humid greenhouse .
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      •  Daily misting is recommended.
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  •  Light :
    
  
      
   
    •  Light shade to partial shade (40-60% shade), such as under a forest canopy.
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    •  Avoid direct sunlight (risk of leaf burn).
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    •  Ideal: East or north facing window, or under soft artificial light (broad spectrum horticultural LEDs).
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  •  Watering :
    
  
      
   
    •  All year round : Keep the substrate slightly moist , but not excessively so.
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