Overview
Bulbophyllum fletcherianum is a clump-forming orchid in the genus Bulbophyllum, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Bulbophyllum fletcherianum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include indoor cultivation. It is native to New Guinea.
About
Bulbophyllum fletcherianum is a clump-forming orchid in the family Orchidaceae, native to New Guinea. It is evergreen and typically cultivated indoors where conditions can be kept warm and sheltered. Give it a south-facing position with full sun, a neutral loam and moderate soil moisture. Flowering in the UK occurs from July to September.
About the genus
Bulbophyllum is a genus of mostly epiphytic and lithophytic orchids in the family Orchidaceae. It is the largest genus in the orchid family and one of the largest genera of flowering plants with more than 2,000 species, exceeded in number only by Astragalus.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bulbophyllum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moderate
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Bulbophyllum fletcherianum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Orchid
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Indoor cultivation
- Native to
- New Guinea
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bulbophyllum fletcherianum
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Moderate
- Disease resistance
- Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bulbophyllum fletcherianum?
Bulbophyllum fletcherianum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bulbophyllum fletcherianum need?
Bulbophyllum fletcherianum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Bulbophyllum fletcherianum hardy in the UK?
Bulbophyllum fletcherianum has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Bulbophyllum fletcherianum?
Division, seed.
More in the Bulbophyllum genus
- Bulbophyllum antenniferum
- Bulbophyllum baileyi
- Bulbophyllum biflorum
- Bulbophyllum frostii
- Bulbophyllum hirtum
- Bulbophyllum longiflorum
- Bulbophyllum nutans
- Bulbophyllum saltatorium
