Bulbophyllum ID - Orchid Board

BikerDoc5968 · #1 05-17-2011, 05:04 PM

I've been away for a week and these Bulbophyllum were not open. Returning last night I was pleasantly greeted by these 3 flowers.

The petals on this may not be as long as some others I've seen posted but this is a first flowering for me and I am pleased with its appearance.

This one is a division I got about a year and a half ago. it is the first flowering for me. The problem is I can't recall the name. So if anyone can help, Thanks. It seems to me the species name began with the letter "B".

madphrag · #2 05-17-2011, 07:19 PM

It kind of looks like a variation of Bulb. lasiochilum. Are sure it's not a hybrid? And I am by no means a Bulbophyllum expert, just trying to jog your memory.

BikerDoc5968 · #3 05-17-2011, 08:06 PM

Hey Mitch, thanks... cuz my memory can always use some reorganization! I'm pretty sure it is a species. After looking at Jay Pfahl's website, I found a picture that does look like mine and the reason I thought the species began with a "B" is because of its other name, Bulbophyllum breviscapum (http://www.orchidspecies.com/orphotd...ochilumvar.jpg).

CTB · #4 05-17-2011, 08:15 PM

Love the Bulbos, there was a nice selection at the Redlands, My longissimum hasn't bloomed yet, how long are your blooms?

BikerDoc5968 · #5 05-17-2011, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by CTB

Love the Bulbos, there was a nice selection at the Redlands, My longissimum hasn't bloomed yet, how long are your blooms?

The longest is about 23 cm. Thanks

Roly0217 · #6 05-17-2011, 09:12 PM

That's a Bulbo lasiochilum. I absolutely love it. They come in two varities the lighter form that you and I have and a darker color form. Love the scent on it too.