Bulbophyllum cercanthum (Garay, Hamer & Siegerist) J.M.H.Shaw 2009SECTION Cirrhopetalum Lindley 1824
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Common Name The Tail Flower Bulbophyllum [refers to the tail-like lateral sepals]
Flower Size
Found in Borneo where it blooms on a 1 3/4" [4.5 cm] long inflorescence with several [7] flowers and is a hot growing epiphyte requiring high humidity, ample water and fertilizer, light shade and good air circulation.
Synonyms *Cirrhopetalum cercanthum Garay, Hamer, & Siegrist 1996
References W3 Tropicos, Kew Monocot list , IPNI ; Bulbophyllums and their Allies Seigerist 2001; AOS Bulletin Vol 74 No 1 2005 photo;
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