advancedrareBulbophyllum
Giant Bulbophyllum
Bulbophyllum phalaenopsis
Massive ribbed leaves and clusters of malodorous maroon flowers.
Bloomsmaroon
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Keep constantly moist
Lightmedium
Bright shade
Foodmedium
Weekly weak feed
Temp
70-90°F
Humidity
70-90%
Origin
New Guinea
Special care:Foul scent; warm humid
About Giant Bulbophyllum
Researching Giant Bulbophyllum…
Care guide
Potting medium
Shallow tray, mounted on cork, or in a basket with sphagnum.
Repotting
Every 2 years; the rhizome wanders, so go wide not deep.
Bloom season
Varies widely by species.
Bloom longevity
1–3 weeks; some are famously fragrant in unusual ways.
Growth habit
Sympodial with creeping rhizomes that often climb out of the pot.
Propagation
Cut the rhizome with at least 3 pseudobulbs per piece.
Pests & prevention
Spider mites, mealybugs.
Signs of trouble
- ●Rhizome lifting off the medium → normal; tie back down or remount
- ●Shriveled pseudobulbs → low humidity or root loss
Grower's tips
- ★Most species like to stay damp — never bone dry.
- ★Mounted culture suits their wandering habit far better than pots.
