Bulbophyllum fascinator

Bulbophyllum fascinator
Authored by: Chris​

Description: Described by Rolfe, R.A. in 1908, found from Northeast India to Thailand.

Culture:

Temps:
- Summer: 68 - 88 F
- Winter: 60 - 80 F

Light: Medium light

Humidity: at least 80%

Air circulation: Breeze

Growing location: Orchidarium

Growing medium: Mount - Cork

Growing medium notes: Plant is mounted on cork, roots covered by live moss.

Water:
- Frequency: Daily or more
- Fertilizer & frequency: Daily MSU, 1/4 strength or less
- Dry rest: No.

Blooming season: No defined blooming season

Flower size: Very large, > 20 cm, weak shellfish-like fragrance.

Plant size: sympodial, ~15 cm growths

Other firsthand observations: Very easy grower, needs a good amount of light to bloom.

Other plants growing well nearby:


Sources:
Kew RBG, http://apps.kew.org/wcsp/advsearch....&species=fascinator&infraEpithet=&author=Rol*

The information contained in this sheet is for personal use only. It is copyrighted by both the author and Orchids Interactive. It cannot be reproduced or distributed without the consent of both the author and Orchids Interactive.