Bulbophyllum trongquyetii Vanda hair-like scales covering its petioles

hair-like scales covering its petioles

good air movement around the roots is essential

500 meters in cool cloud-forest habitats

This compact plant yields surprisingly large flowers and benefits from a coarse

never allow the roots to dry out — this genus has no pseudobulbs for water storage

Bulbophyllum trongquyetii Vanda hair-like scales covering its petiolesA robust warm growing epiphyte from the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, producing dense umbellate inflorescences with numerous narrow, radiating sepals arranged in a striking crown like display. The plant itself is impressive in stature, with large, dark foliage and prominent pseudobulbs. Light: Bright indirect light with 4050% shade cloth; avoid harsh direct sun to protect the broad leaves. Temperature: 6586F (1830C); a warm grower with a minimum