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Bulbophyllum thaiorum

Discussion in 'Orchid Culture' started by Marni, Jan 20, 2009.

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  1. Jan 20, 2009 #1
    Marni

    Marni Well-Known Member Staff Member Supporting Member

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    I wanted to ask at what temperature range(s) people are growing this species. Actually, any cultural advice would be appreciated.
     
  2. Jan 20, 2009 #2
    Lika[Sweden]

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    Hi there

    This is a lovely species. I think it's easy to grow. What colour do you have on it?
    I have 10 different plants, in 4 different colours. Still locking for the alba form. I keep them all out in our GH. Lowest temp during night is 14 C and during day 20. During summer temperatures around 25 in day and 18 in night.
    I give it less water during the winter. Everyday in summer. I grow it on epiweb, given a low nutrition every time we water.
    I feel that they are a bit tricky after I repotted them. But after half a year they are growing fine.

    This is the first plant I bought 4 years ago, It grows all throu the year and flower in spring.

    http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3227/2538342508_7a3e1444b3_o.jpg

    Yellow form:
    http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2147/2458927772_5caefbb331.jpg?v=0

    Orange form:
    http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2271/2155480680_775a7bd82d_b.jpg

    Linda
     
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  3. Jan 20, 2009 #3
    Forrest

    Forrest Really Neat

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    I have a couple of these as well. I grow them in bright indirect light, intermediate temps.
     
  4. Jan 20, 2009 #4
    Marni

    Marni Well-Known Member Staff Member Supporting Member

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    Thank you Forrest and Linda for your input

    Linda, that yellow one is incredible! I've had my plant only since April. It was in sad shape when I got it. It put out a spike, but I took it off to keep from stressing the plant, so I don't know what color it is. Judging by the number of plants you have, it must be a favorite species.
     
  5. Jan 21, 2009 #5
    Lika[Sweden]

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    One of the resons that I like this specie is that the leaves are so beautiful with the dark purple backside. and the variety in the colour of the flower of course
     
  6. Jan 21, 2009 #6
    Forrest

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    I agree Lika. IT is a great little species. I have 3 or 4 clones of this one. It doesnt take up much room and the flowers are awesome.
     
  7. Jan 21, 2009 #7
    Ron-NY

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    I like the yellow one too! I will need to find a yellow clone
     
  8. Mar 12, 2009 #8
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    Marni
    I have a couple of these, one of each color and they all both bloom. I grow them W/I. They really like moisture during the summer. Mine are all mounted on tree fern.