Bulbo purpurascense

[debrasoon]

3 days ago in spike.



Yesterday in bloom

And today the petals all dropped. The others are still in spike but I think I will miss them as I am travelling.



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[Orchid killer]

Lovely ... not familiar with this species ... where is it native from?

[katrina]

Beautiful!

[WhiteRabbit]

Sweet

[debrasoon]

Orchid killer. I have no idea!! Very likely somewhere in south east asia. Will try to find out more.


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[Orchid killer]

Originally Posted by debrasoon

Orchid killer. I have no idea!! Very likely somewhere in south east asia. Will try to find out more.


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Hi Debra Soon, on orchidspecies.com they mention that it is native to Thailand, Myanmar and the island of Java, Borneo and Sumatra in lowland and lower montane forests on tree trunks and tree branches, often overhanging water.

It also mentions that this species grows well in pots with hot temperatures, deep shade and need ample moisture.

Thanks for posting, I love it.
You are lucky to be living close to these environments. I would be in heaven walking through the forests.

[Brenda Aarts]

Very well grown, beautiful plant.

[debrasoon]

Thanks all! Missed the second batch of blooms as I was travelling


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[brianwstephens]

I love this plant! Such a bummer that the flowers only lasted for a short time though.